5 cup thinly sliced red onions
3 tbsp butter
3 tbsp flour
1/2 cup maker's mark
2 qt beef broth
1/4 tsp basil
8 slice french bread, toasted
1 cup grated swiss cheese
Directions
In a dutch oven, saute sliced onions in butter until soft. Stir in
flour to form a paste; pour in bourbon, stirring until smooth.
Gradually stir in broth; season with basil and simmer 30-40 minutes.
Drop into bottom of each soup bowl a slice of toasted French bread,
fill with onion soup and sprinkle with cheese. Broil until cheese is
golden and bubbly. Serve immediately.
Servings: 8 servings
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Categories: Dutch Oven; Soup; Vegetable
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