This soup is awesome! French onion soup is one of my favorites and this kid's kitchen recipe is just as good if not better than you'll find in many restaurants. A hearty bowl of this soup is a perfect meal for a cool evening. Gruyere is typically used in French Onion, but Alpine Lace is a great reduced fat alternative.

Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds yellow onions, sliced thin
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/8 cup dry sherry
  • 1/4 cup Cognac or brandy
  • 1/4 cups white wine
  • 9 cups beef stock
  • kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
  • 6 medium slices toasted Italian bread
  • 6 slices Sargento reduced fat Swiss

 

Directions:

In a Dutch oven, or large pot, saute the onions with the butter over medium heat, until the onions are soft and golden, about 20 minutes. Add flour, mixing well another 2-3 minutes. Add thyme, bay leaf, sherry, wine and brandy, and simmer uncovered for 10 more minutes.

 

Add the beef stock, salt & pepper to taste, reduce heat. Cover and simmer gently for about 20 minutes. Remove bay leaf and ladle 1-1/2 cups soup into 6 oven-proof bowls. Place bowls on a baking sheet. Place sliced toasted bread rounds into each bowl and top bread with cheese. Broil 2 to 3 minutes, until cheese melts.

Check out the original Recipe at Skinnytaste.com