French Onion Soup Gratinée
Ingredients:
4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
3 tbsp olive oil or vegan butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp all-purpose flour optional for thickening
1/2 cup dry white wine vegan-friendly or vegetable broth for substitution
6 cups vegetable broth
1 tsp dried thyme
1 bay leaf
Salt and pepper to taste
4-6 slices of baguette or crusty bread
1 cup shredded vegan cheese optional, for topping
Instructions:
1 Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until deeply caramelized and golden brown about 30-40 minutes.
2 Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Sprinkle in the flour, if using, and stir for another minute to thicken.
3 Deglaze the pot with white wine or a splash of vegetable broth, scraping the bottom of the pot.
4 Add the vegetable broth, thyme, and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
5 Preheat your broiler. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls or crocks. Top each with a slice of bread and a generous sprinkle of vegan cheese.
6 Place the bowls on a baking sheet and broil until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 3-5 minutes. Serve hot.
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