Classic Onion Soup Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

6 tbsp butter
4 large yellow onions, sliced (about 9 to 11 oz each)
1 tbsp sugar
2 quarts chicken broth
1/2 cup brandy (optional)
salt and pepper , to taste
1/2 french baguette, sliced and toasted
grated romano cheese

Directions:

Melt butter in a large saucepan that holds at least 4 quarts.
Add onions and cook over medium heat 12 minutes,or until tender and golden. Stir often.
Add sugar and cook, stirring for 1 minute.
Add broth; cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 12 minutes.
If desired, add brandy; cook 2 minutes longer.
Season with salt and pepper.
To serve, ladle soup into a bowl; float toast on soup. Sprinkle with cheese.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	251.2 Kcal (1052 kJ)
Calories from fat	156.39 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	17.38g	27%
Cholesterol	30.53mg	10%
Sodium	1186.73mg	49%
Potassium	329.54mg	7%
Total Carbs	8.22g	3%
Sugars	1.31g	5%
Dietary Fiber	1.2g	5%
Protein	1.13g	2%
Vitamin C	23.1mg	38%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	5%
Calcium	32.6mg	3%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	61.9 Kcal (259 kJ)
Calories from fat	38.54 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	4.28g	27%
Cholesterol	7.52mg	10%
Sodium	292.45mg	49%
Potassium	81.21mg	7%
Total Carbs	2.03g	3%
Sugars	0.32g	5%
Dietary Fiber	0.29g	5%
Protein	0.28g	2%
Vitamin C	5.7mg	38%
Calcium	8mg	3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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savory
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