Crock-Pot French Onion Soup

June 27, 2013

I think this version of French Onion soup has forever changed my mind about French Onions soups. It was out of this world! Rich and beefy with caramelized onions, topped with gooey Gruyere cheese and crunchy croutons. It doesn’t get much better than this!

3 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
3 T. butter
2 t. sugar
1/3 pound beef, cut into ½ inch cubes (I used London Broil, but stew meat or flank steak is fine)
¼ c. dry white wine
5 ½ c. beef broth
1 c. water
2 t. Worcestershire sauce
1 t. dried thyme
1 t. black pepper
1 bay leaf
1/3 pound of Gruyere cheese, grated

For the Croutons:
1 French baguette
2 T. butter
½ t. black pepper

1. In a large skillet melt the butter. Once it is melted add the sliced onions. Sprinkle the sugar on top and sauté about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are caramelized. Put the onions...
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Nutritions

Calories
170

Sodium
874mg
36% DV

Fat
15g
24% DV

Protein
5g
11% DV

Carbs
4g
1% DV

Fiber
3g
14% DV