French Onion Soup - low calorie

By barbsjustagirl

Joy Bauer

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 large onions, sliced (about 5 or 6 cups)
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 fresh thyme sprigs
• 1/4 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 cup red wine (we used cabernet)
• 4 cups beef broth, low-sodium
• 4 slices reduced fat swiss cheese

Preparation

Step 1

Add olive oil, onions, garlic, bay leaves, thyme, and salt to a large pot. Cook for 25-30 minutes or until onions are caramelized to a deep brown color. Stir frequently to prevent burning.

Next, add red wine and cook until it has evaporated and onions are dry. About 5 minutes.

Pour in beef broth, bring to a boil and then simmer for 10 minutes.

When ready to eat, turn on broiler, place bowls onto a baking tray, pour soup into bowls, lay a slice of swiss cheese over each, and stick in oven until cheese is nice and bubbly (about 1-2 minutes).