Crockpot recipes |
French Onion Soup |
1/4 cup olive oil 8 large yellow onions -- sliced thin 2 tablespoons flour 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper 2 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard 8 cups water 8 teaspoons granulated beef or vegetable bouillon or 8 bouillon cubes 1 cup cooking sherry |
In a large pan, saute the onions in the olive oil, over medium-high heat. Continue cooking until the onions are slightly caramelized. Add the flour, salt, ground pepper, and Dijon mustard. Stir until blended and continue cooking for 2 minutes. Place the onions in the crockpot. Add the water, bouillon, and cooking sherry to the crockpot. Cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours. Serve with a generous sprinkling of Parmesan cheese on top. Don't forget to give bread bowls a try, which can be used with any kind of hearty soup. |