This Slow Cooker Beefy French Onion Soup is a hearty and comforting dish that's perfect for chilly days. Caramelized onions, rich beef broth, and flavorful herbs simmer together to create a soup that's full of depth and flavor. Topped with crusty French bread and gooey Gruyere cheese, it's a classic recipe that's sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients: 4 large onions, thinly sliced. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 1 tablespoon butter. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 8 cups beef broth. 1 cup red wine. 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce. 1 teaspoon dried thyme. 1 bay leaf. Salt and pepper to taste. 8 slices of French bread, toasted. 2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese.
Instructions: In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add onions and cook until caramelized, about 20-25 minutes. Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Transfer the caramelized onions and garlic to a slow cooker. Pour beef broth, red wine, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, and bay leaf into the slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Before serving, remove the bay leaf. To serve, ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls. Top each bowl with a slice of toasted French bread and sprinkle shredded Gruyere cheese over the top. Place the bowls under the broiler until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2-3 minutes. Serve hot and enjoy!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 360 minutes
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