Dora’s Rich French Onion Soup

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Dora's Rich French Onion Soup
in Soup

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs yellow onions
1/2 cup margarine
1 teaspoon garlic , minced
4 tablespoons beef bouillon
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
salt , to taste
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon white sugar
2 cups beef broth
2 cups water
1 -2 sourdough bread
2 ounces monterey jack cheese
2 ounces cheddar cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
540
Sugar
14g
Fat
38g
Dora's Rich French Onion Soup is a classic comfort food soup. The caramelized onions and beef broth provide a rich and robust flavor profile. What sets this soup apart is the topping of sourdough bread and melted cheese. The buttery bread balances the savory broth and the cheesy crust adds depth to the dish. The soup is best enjoyed hot and is great as a starter or as a light meal. Serve it with a salad and/or grilled cheese sandwich for a full meal experience.

Instructions

1.Cut the onions into thin, even slices.
2.In a large pot, melt the margarine over medium heat.
3.Add the onions to the melted margarine and stir to coat them.
4.Cook the onions in the margarine until they are soft and caramelized, stirring occasionally.
5.Add the minced garlic, beef bouillon, Worcestershire sauce and salt to the pot and stir.
6.Sprinkle the flour and sugar over the onions and stir to combine.
7.Add the beef broth and water to the pot and stir to combine.
8.Bring the soup to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9.Preheat the broiler.
10.Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls or crocks.
11.Slice the sourdough bread into thin pieces and place them on top of the soup in the bowls.
12.Sprinkle the grated cheeses over the bread and soup.
13.Place the bowls on a baking sheet and broil for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This hearty soup is packed with savory onion flavor and topped with a layer of melted cheese and crisp bread.
Perfect for cold winter evenings.

CONS

This soup is high in sodium and fat.
Recommended only for those who are not watching their salt and fat intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Onions are rich in antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory properties. Additionally, they have been linked to improving digestive health and reducing the risk of certain cancers.

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