French Onion Soup VII

Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Servings: 6
Yield: 6 servings

Description

Onions are caramelized in butter, then combined with broth and white wine for a quick and simple onion soup.

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter
8 onions, sliced
1 quart vegetable broth
1 1/2 cups white wine
salt and pepper to taste
6 slices baguette
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

1 Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Saute onions until deep brown, about 20 minutes. Stir in broth and wine, using a wooden spoon to scrape the bottom of the pot. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until heated through.
2 Preheat oven on broiler setting. Ladle soup into heatproof serving bowls. Top each bowl with a slice of bread, and sprinkle with cheese. Place under a hot broiler until cheese is melted and slightly browned.