French Onion Soup – Don’t lose this recipe

This recipe provides a classic method for making French Onion Soup, a comforting and flavorful dish. It features caramelized onions, rich chicken broth, and a creamy white sauce, topped with melted cheese and crusty bread.

Ingredients:

For the Soup

For the White Sauce

Instructions:

1. Make the White Sauce:

• In a 1-quart saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
• Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture turns thick and begins to pull away from the sides of the pan. This is called a roux.
• Gradually whisk in the milk, a little at a time, stirring continuously to prevent lumps.
• Add salt and continue to cook and stir until the sauce thickens and reaches a pudding-like consistency.
• Remove the saucepan from heat and set aside.

2. Prepare the Soup:

• In a 2-quart saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over low to medium heat.
• Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, until they soften and become translucent but not browned.
• Add the chicken broth, chicken bouillon cubes, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine and bring to a simmer.
• Stir in the prepared white sauce and Velveeta cheese.
• Simmer over low heat, stirring constantly, until the cheese is melted and all ingredients are well blended. The white sauce might thicken as it warms.
• Reduce heat to low and continue to simmer for an additional 30-45 minutes.

3. Serve:

• Ladle the hot soup into oven-proof bowls.
• Top each bowl with a generous amount of shredded Cheddar cheese.
• Broil under the oven’s broiler until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• Serve immediately with slices of warm, crusty bread.

Enjoy!