French Onion Soup - Low Fat Recipe

Name: French Onion Soup - Low Fat
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter, unsalted; 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil; 3 pounds onions about 6 large, halved and thinly sliced; 4 tablespoon garlic minced, or to taste; 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste; 2 tablespoons flour, all-purpose; 6 cups stock vegetable, reduced salt; 1/2 cup sherry wine; 1 1/2 teaspoons dijon mustard; 1 1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar; 6 slices whole wheat bread toasted, 1/2-inch; ⅔ cup gruyere cheese or swiss cheese, shredded

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon butter, unsalted
2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
3 pounds onions about 6 large, halved and thinly sliced
4 tablespoon garlic minced, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
2 tablespoons flour, all-purpose
6 cups stock vegetable, reduced salt
1/2 cup sherry wine
1 1/2 teaspoons dijon mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar
6 slices whole wheat bread toasted, 1/2-inch
⅔ cup gruyere cheese or swiss cheese, shredded

1
Heat butter and oil in heavy, large saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add onions, garlic and salt, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often.
3
Reduce heat to very low, and cook, stirring occasionally, about 60 minutes, or until onions are very tender and brown.
4
Then stir in flour, and cook 4 minutes, keep stirring.
5
Stir in broth, sherry and mustard.
6
Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring often.
7
Put in sherry vinegar.
8
Preheat broiler.
9
Place soup into six heatproof bowls.
10
Top each with one slice of toast and grated cheese.
11
Broil until cheese is bubbly and golden, about 1 to 2 minutes.
12
Watch it carefully, do not burn.
13
Serve hot.

376

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon butter, unsalted, 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil, 3 pounds onions about 6 large, halved and thinly sliced, 4 tablespoon garlic minced, or to taste, and more.

Yes, French Onion Soup - Low Fat falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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French Onion Soup - Low Fat

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