Onion Soup Italian-Style Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelEasyCuisine
CourseMethod
DishMain Ingredient

Ingredients

 Meat broth12 Cup (192 tbs)
 Butter6 Tablespoon
 Onions8 Large, thinly sliced
 Brandy1⁄3 Cup (5.33 tbs)
 All purpose flour1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)
 Thick slices italian bread12
 Freshly grated parmesan cheese1 1⁄2 Cup (24 tbs)

Directions

Prepare Meat Broth.
Simmer broth in a large saucepan.
Melt butter in another large saucepan.
When butter foams, add onions.
Saute over medium heat until pale yellow.
Stir in brandy.
When brandy is three-quarters evaporated, stir in flour.
Reduce heat to medium-low.
Cook 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Gradually stir in hot broth.
Season with salt and pepper.
Cover and simmer 30 to 40 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350F (175C).
Toast bread until golden on both sides.
Place 2 slices toasted bread in each of 6 ovenproof soup bowls.
Add 1 to 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese.
Ladle soup into bowls.
Sprinkle each serving with a generous tablespoon Parmesan cheese.
Bake 10 to 12 minutes.
Place briefly under preheated broiler for a golden crust.
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