I love this recipe because I fool guests into thinking I slaved away for hours in the kitchen
This hearty French onion soup is a classic comfort food, perfect for a chilly evening. Traditionally made with slowly caramelized onions and a rich beef broth, this recipe uses a slow cooker for a hands-off approach.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Onions | 4 large, sliced |
| Butter | 2 tablespoons |
| Sugar | 1 teaspoon |
| Beef broth (low-sodium) | 2 quarts |
| Sherry | ¼ cup |
| Fresh thyme sprigs | 2 |
| Salt | 1½ teaspoons |
| Pepper | To taste |
| Sliced bread (your choice) or croutons | For serving |
| Gruyere cheese, sliced (or Swiss cheese) | 8 ounces |
Instructions:
- Combine sliced onions, butter, sugar, and salt in your slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on high for 7 hours, or until the onions are softened and caramelized.
- Add the beef broth, sherry, thyme sprigs, and pepper to taste.
- Cover again and cook on high for an additional hour.
- When ready to serve, ladle the soup into bowls. Top each bowl with a slice of bread (or croutons) and Gruyere cheese.
- Pro-tip: For an extra melty cheese topping, cook for an additional 15 minutes after adding the cheese.
