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French Onion Soup

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 1 hr 30 mins
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 4 sweet onions sliced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tsp brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 64 ounces vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme
  • French bread
  • Low-fat cheese your choice

Instructions
 

  • Place a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, butter, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, garlic, brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook for 30 minutes until the onions begin to brown and caramelize, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the flour and let cook for 2-3 more minutes.
  • Add the broth and thyme. Cook on low for 20 minutes (or let simmer for 40 minutes).
  • Place in individual bowls, and slice a small piece of bread and place on top of the soup. Cover with one slice of cheese and broil for 3 minutes or until browned and bubbly.