French Onion Soup

By á-24374

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 large white onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 6 cups beef broth
• 4 thick slices whole wheat bread
• 4 slices provolone cheese

Preparation

Step 1

Heat the olive oil and the butter in a large skillet. Ad the onions and cook over low heat, stirring often, until browned and syrupy, about 30 minutes.
Transfer to slow cooker pot, and add the garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, and broth. Cover and cook over low heat for 6-8 hours.
Before serving, toast the bread and preheat broiler to high heat. Ladle the soup in and lay a slice of cheese over each bowl. Broil until the cheese is well browned and serve.