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French Onion Soup
 
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 60 Minutes
Ready In: 80 Minutes
Servings: 8
I got this savory recipe from a co-worker my first year out of college. It's been a family favorite ever since. -Janaan Cunningham
Ingredients:
1/4 cup butter
2 pounds onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon sugar
4 tablespoons king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 slices french bread, toasted
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded swiss cheese
Directions:
1. In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, melt butter. Add onions and sugar; cook over low heat until lightly browned, about 1 hour.
2. Sprinkle flour over onions and stir until blended. Gradually stir in broth. Add the water, salt, dried onion, bouillon, garlic salt and pepper.
3. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 minutes.
4. Ladle soup into ovenproof bowls. Top with a slice of toasted bread; sprinkle with cheese. Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 5 minutes. Yield: 8 servings.
By RecipeOfHealth.com