Onion Soup
(from to_reason_why’s recipe box)
This does not work in the crock pot.
Source: http://paprikared.blogspot.com/2009/03/onion-soup-with-thyme.html
Ingredients
- 1 lb yellow onions, quartered, cut thinly
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp white sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp flour
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 2 cups beef broth
- salt
- pepper
- 1/4 cup cheddar, sharp
- 1/2 baguette, thickly sliced
Directions
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In heavy pot, melt the butter on low heat. Add the onions, sugar, thyme, and bay leaves. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are very soft and a golden color, about 30 minutes. Add flour, and stir, cooking for 1-2 minutes. Add the wine, increase the heat to medium, and cook until most of the liquid has evaporated. Add the broth, bring to a simmer, and turn heat to low. Let soup simmer slowly for another 30 minutes.
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Remove the bay leaf from the soup and discard. Add salt and pepper to taste.
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Toast baguette slices until brown. Top each with cheese, and toast until cheese melts. Top each bowl with a slice of baguette.