French Onion Soup

Cook This, Not That! Pg. 120

Serves 4

230 Calories per serving

 
 

1 Tbsp	Butter
5 medium	Onions (a mix of yellow & red is Ideal) Sliced
½ tsp	Salt
2	Bay leaves
6 Cups	Low-sodium beef broth
½ Cup	Dry Red Wine
4-5	Sprigs of Fresh Thyme (optional)
	Freshly Cracked Pepper
4	Slices of baguette or sourdough bread
½ Cup	Shredded Swiss Cheese

 

• Heat the butter in a large pot over low heat. Add the onions & Salt. Cover the pot & cook the onions over low heat until very soft & caramelized, about 30 minutes.
  
• Add the bay leaves, broth, wine, & thyme. Simmer on low heat for at least 15 minutes. Season with pepper. Discard the bay leaves.
  
• Preheat the broiler. Divide the soup among 4 ovenproof bowls. Top each with a slice of baguette and some cheese. Broil until the cheese is melted and bubbling, about 3 minutes.