Portered French Onion Soup with Ile-aux-Grues Cheddar

French Onion Soup is believed to have originated in the Roman Empire and was popularized in France during the 18th century.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Portered French Onion Soup with Ile-aux-Grues Cheddar

Cooking Method: Baking, Sautéing, Simmering Cuisine: French Courses: Dinner, Soups Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1280

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 medium Onions
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 cup Porter beer
• 4 cups Beef broth
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 2 leaves Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 slices French baguette
• 1 cup Ile-aux-Grues Cheddar cheese

Instructions

1. Heat butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, and cook until caramelized, about 20 minutes.
2. Stir in porter beer and cook for 5 minutes to reduce.
3. Add beef broth, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place French baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast until golden brown.
5. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls. Place a slice of toasted baguette on top of each bowl and sprinkle with Ile-aux-Grues Cheddar cheese.
6. Transfer the bowls to the oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Let the soup rest for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 8g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.