French onion soup

Published: 2020-09-22

Last Updated: 2024-05-23

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Info Amount
Prep Time 30 min
Cook Time 5 h
Yields 6 servings

Ingredients

Quantity Item
3 yellow onion, peeled and sliced thinly
3 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp brown sugar
2 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
2 Tbsp garlic, minced
8 cups low sodium beef broth
1 bay leaf
1 sprig fresh thyme
6 slices French bread
1 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
1 cup parmesan, shredded

Directions

  1. Peel and slice the onions into thin slices
    1. In a medium skillet on medium-high heat, add the butter, sliced onions, and brown sugar to saute until translucent and caramelized
  2. Transfer cooked onions into a slow cooker and add broth, garlic, bay leaf, and thyme
    1. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 h
  3. Serve soup in oven-proof bowls and top with a slice of French bread
    1. Add Swiss cheese and parmesan to the top of the bread
    2. Place bowls on a cookie sheet and place under the broiler for 1 min at most, until cheese is melted and bubbles

References & Notes

  1. Original recipe: Crockpot Ladies