From 84546e6d004fc175b8dd1133bbb04d5a6211f8ff Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: medusa Date: Fri, 12 Jul 2024 06:29:06 +0000 Subject: [PATCH] Add food_related/french_onion_soup.md --- food_related/french_onion_soup.md | 37 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 37 insertions(+) create mode 100644 food_related/french_onion_soup.md diff --git a/food_related/french_onion_soup.md b/food_related/french_onion_soup.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..aab78c0 --- /dev/null +++ b/food_related/french_onion_soup.md @@ -0,0 +1,37 @@ +# Slow Cooker French Onion Soup + +## Ingredients: +- 3-4 lbs yellow onions (about 4-5 large onions), thinly sliced +- 1/4 cup olive oil or butter +- 1 tsp salt +- 1/2 tsp black pepper +- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour +- 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional) +- 6 cups beef broth +- 2 bay leaves +- 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme) +- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce +- 1 baguette, sliced and toasted +- 2 cups grated Gruyère cheese (or a mix of Gruyère and Swiss) + +## Instructions: +1. Follow steps 1-4 from the original caramelized onion recipe, cooking onions on LOW for 10-12 hours. + +2. After the onions are caramelized, turn the slow cooker to HIGH. Stir in the flour and cook for 2-3 minutes to remove the raw flour taste. + +3. If using, add the white wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to cook off the alcohol. + +4. Add the beef broth, bay leaves, thyme, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine. + +5. Cover and cook on HIGH for an additional 2-3 hours, or on LOW for 4-5 hours. + +6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. + +7. To serve, ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls. Top each bowl with a slice of toasted baguette and a generous amount of grated cheese. + +8. Place the bowls under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly browned. + +## Notes: +- This recipe yields about 6-8 servings. +- For a vegetarian version, substitute vegetable broth for beef broth. +- The soup (without bread and cheese) can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months. \ No newline at end of file