RECIPE FOR FRENCH ONION SOUP IN SLOW COOKER
Slow Cooker French Onion Soup is a comforting dish featuring caramelized onions in a rich, flavourful broth, topped with melted cheese and crusty bread. Here’s a straightforward recipe to prepare it:
Ingredients:
- 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (optional)
- 1 loaf of French baguette, sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese
Instructions:
- Caramelize the Onions:
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- Place the sliced onions, butter, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a 6-quart slow cooker.
- Stir to coat the onions evenly.
- Cover and cook on low for 10-12 hours, stirring once or twice during cooking, until the onions are deep golden brown and caramelized.
- Add Broth and Seasonings:
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- After caramelization, add the beef broth, white wine (if using), Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, thyme, bay leaf, and balsamic vinegar (if using) to the slow cooker.
- Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for an additional 6-8 hours, allowing the flavours to meld.
- Prepare the Bread and Cheese:
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- About 30 minutes before serving, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 10-15 minutes, until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and set aside.
- Assemble and Serve:
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- Ladle the hot soup into oven-safe bowls.
- Place one or two toasted baguette slices on top of each bowl of soup.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded Gruyère cheese over the bread.
- Place the bowls under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Carefully remove from the oven and serve hot.
Enjoy your homemade Slow Cooker French Onion Soup!