French Onion Soup

This classic French onion soup combines sweet caramelized onions and rich beef broth, topped with toasted bread and melted cheese. It's a comforting dish perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients:

• ½ cup unsalted butter

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 4 cups sliced onions

• 5 cups beef broth

• 2 tablespoons dry sherry

• 1 teaspoon dried thyme

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 4 slices French bread

• 4 slices provolone cheese

• 2 slices Swiss cheese, diced

• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  
  

Directions:

1. In a large stockpot, melt the butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, until they are tender and translucent, about 10 minutes.

2. Add the beef broth, dry sherry, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes.

3. While the soup is simmering, preheat your oven’s broiler.

4. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls. Place a slice of French bread on top of each bowl.

5. Top each slice of bread with provolone cheese, diced Swiss cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese.

6. Place the bowls under the broiler and cook until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2 to 3 minutes.

7. Serve hot and enjoy!
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: Approximately 350 kcal

• Total Fat: 22g

• Saturated Fat: 10g

• Cholesterol: 40mg

• Sodium: 900mg

• Total Carbohydrates: 30g

• Dietary Fiber: 2g

• Sugars: 6g

• Protein: 15g