Tuesday 27 October 2015

French Onion Soup


French Onion Soup

                Ingredients                               Yield: 4-6 servings
  • 3 Large (750g)          Onion, julienne
  • 3 cloves                    Garlic, crushed
  • 100ml (1/3c +1Tbsp) Red Wine
  • 1.5L (6c)                   Beef Stock
  • Sachet:
      • 5-6 sprigs Thyme
      • 2-3           Bay Leaves
      • 1 sprig      Rosemary
    • As needed                 Gruyere, shredded
    • As needed                 Emmental, shredded
    • As needed                 Croutons
                  Instructions

    1. In a large pot with butter or oil, caramelize onions until a deep brown colour. (Takes 1-2 hours, make sure to stir frequently as not to burn the onions!!)
    2. Once onions have caramelized deglaze with red wine, scraping the fond off of the bottom.
    3. Add in sachet, crushed garlic, and beef stock. Bring up to a boil and reduce to a simmer for 30-60 minutes.
    4. Pour soup into bowls, add croutons and cheese and melt in the oven under the broiler.
    5. Garnish with parsley and serve! Caution:bowls will be very hot!!
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