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French Onion Soup





Yields
Makes 4 cups; 3 or 4 servings

  Caramelized onions
 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
 2 cans (14 oz. each) fat-skimmed chicken broth or vegetable broth
 2 sprigs fresh thyme (3 in. each)
 1 dried bay leaf
  Salt and pepper
 8 slices baguette (about 2 by 4 in. and 1 in. thick)
 1/4 cup shredded gruyère cheese
Step 1
1

In a 3- to 4-quart pan over medium-high heat, stir onions and balsamic vinegar often until liquid is evaporated, 1 to 2 minutes.

Step 2
2

Add broth, thyme, and bay leaf; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally to blend flavors, 10 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Step 3
3

Meanwhile, place baguette slices in a single layer on a 12- by 15-inch baking sheet. Broil 4 to 6 inches from heat until lightly browned on top, 1 to 2 minutes. Turn slices over and sprinkle evenly with cheese. Broil until cheese is melted, 1 to 2 minutes longer.

Step 4
4

Remove thyme and bay leaf; ladle soup into bowls. Serve with toasts.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 0

Amount Per Serving
Calories 265Calories from Fat 22
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.6g11%

Saturated Fat 2.6g13%
Cholesterol 11mg4%
Sodium 430mg18%
Total Carbohydrate 41g14%

Dietary Fiber 3.9g16%
Protein 11g22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.