
Caramelized Onion Soup
A comforting soup made with caramelized onions that are past their expiration date but still safe to consume. Proper cooking and heating ensure food safety.
15 minutes
45 minutes
4
Ingredients
- 4 cups onions, fresh chopped (past expiration date but still safe to consume)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices bread
- 1 cup grated Gruyere cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until caramelized and golden brown.
- Add the sugar and thyme, and continue cooking for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, toast the bread slices and sprinkle the grated Gruyere cheese on top.
- Preheat the oven to broil.
- Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls and place a slice of cheesy bread on top of each bowl.
- Place the bowls on a baking sheet and broil in the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy!