French onion soup

Cuisine | : | French |
Calories | : | 168 |
Type | : | Non Vegetarian |
Serving Size | : | 6 to 8 |
Course | : | Soup |
Preparation Time | : | 30 Min |
INGREDIENTS
No | Ingredient | Quantity | Measure Type |
---|---|---|---|
1 | Onions | 8 | |
2 | Butter | 30 | Gms |
3 | Olive oil | 1 | Tablespoon |
4 | Thyme leaves | 1 | Tablespoon |
5 | All-purpose flour | 2 | |
6 | Water | 500 | Ml |
7 | Dijon mustard | 2 | Tablespoon |
8 | Beef stock | 2 | Ltr |
Recipe Details
This is quite a rich soup and is ideal served as a meal with toasted bread or sandwiches on the side. If serving as a starter, offer just a small bowl of French onion soup or make the main course a light one.
Cooking Instructions
Place the onions, butter, oil and thyme in a large saucepan over medium heat, cover and cook for 35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and golden. Add the flour and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes. Add the brandy and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the mustard, stock and water and allow to simmer for 15 minutes.
Garnishing Instructions
If you have oven-safe bowls or mugs, you can fill each with soup, then top with a slice of bread.
Serving Instructions
Ladle the soup into bowls and serve with toasted cheese sandwiches or parmesan toasts.
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