French Onion Soup Recipe


 Ingredients:

  • 2 cups thinly sliced yellow sweet onions
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 can (15 oz) chicken broth
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 chicken bouillon cubes
  • 1/4 cup compressed Velveeta cheese (cubed or shredded)
  • 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 cups thick white sauce (recipe below)
  • Shredded cheddar cheese (for garnish)
  • For the White Sauce:
    • 3 tablespoons butter
    • 3 tablespoons flour
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1 1/2 cups whole milk

Instructions:

Making the White Sauce:

  1. In a 1-quart saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until it thickens and begins to pull away from the sides of the pan.
  3. Slowly pour in the milk, stirring to prevent lumps.
  4. Continue stirring until the sauce thickens to a pudding-like consistency, then add the salt. Remove from heat and set aside.

Making the Soup:

  1. In a 2-quart saucepan, melt the butter over low to medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring often, until the onions soften and become translucent (avoid browning).
  3. Add the chicken broth, chicken bouillon cubes, salt, and pepper. Stir until the broth is heated through.
  4. Stir in the prepared white sauce and Velveeta cheese. Continue stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the soup is smooth.
  5. Let the soup simmer on low heat for 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. When ready to serve, top with shredded cheddar cheese and enjoy with a couple of slices of warm, dark Russian bread.