Totally Twisted French Onion Soup Recipe

Name: Totally Twisted French Onion Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large yellow onions; 2 large red onions; 2 large white onions; 3 large shallots; 6 cloves minced garlic (more or less if you prefer); 3 slices uncooked bacon (optional); 8 tablespoons unsalted butter (one stick); 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon lawry seasoning salt; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1/4 cup flour (you can add more, depends on how thick you like your soup); 1 (10 ounce) can rotel tomatoes and green chilies; 2 quarts low sodium chicken broth; 2 (10 ounce) cans of campbell beef consomme; 1 (10 ounce) can water; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 loaf French bread; 6 -8 slices gruyere cheese, thick slices (more or less depending on how many you're feeding); chopped parsley, for garnish

Servings: persons

4 large yellow onions
2 large red onions
2 large white onions
3 large shallots
6 cloves minced garlic (more or less if you prefer)
3 slices uncooked bacon (optional)
8 tablespoons unsalted butter (one stick)
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon lawry seasoning salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup flour (you can add more, depends on how thick you like your soup)
1 (10 ounce) can rotel tomatoes and green chilies
2 quarts low sodium chicken broth
2 (10 ounce) cans of campbell beef consomme
1 (10 ounce) can water
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 loaf French bread
6 -8 slices gruyere cheese, thick slices (more or less depending on how many you're feeding)
chopped parsley, for garnish

1
Slice all the onions and the shallots thinly.
2
Melt butter in a large soup pot, add the onions, shallots, bacon, and minced garlic.
3
Mix well to blend the onions.
4
Saute over moderate flame until mixture browns nicely and is nice, golden, and soft.
5
This make take awhile depending on how high the heat is or how hot your burner gets.
6
Make sure to stir frequently to avoid burning.
7
Add the thyme, black pepper, seasoning salt, crushed red pepper, and saute for an additional 5 minutes.
8
Add the flour and mix in well, saute for another 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly.
9
Remove the bacon.
10
Add the Rotel tomatoes, chicken broth, beef consumme, water, white wine, and the Worsteschire sauce.
11
Bring to a boil, then let simmer for at least 3 hours or as long as you like, lets flavors blend.
12
I've let mine simmer all day.
13
Before serving, set oven to broil.
14
Thickly slice the bread and place in oven safe soup crocks.
15
Ladle the soup over the bread and top with a thick slice of Gruyere cheese.
16
Place soup crocks on a cookie sheet and put under broiler until cheese melts, is bubbly, and just beginning to brown.
17
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve piping hot.

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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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large yellow onions, 2 large red onions, 2 large white onions, 3 large shallots, and more.

Yes, Totally Twisted French Onion Soup 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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Totally Twisted French Onion Soup

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