Crockpot French Onion Soup

Crockpot French Onion Soup

from spendwithpennies.com
380 min

Crockpot French Onion Soup is one of our favorite meals. A rich beefy broth loaded with caramelized onions and herbs, topped with an amazing Gruyere cheese topping!

Ingredients

  • 3 large white onion (sliced)
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 64 ounces beef broth (I use reduced sodium)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • ⅓ cup dry sherry
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1 bay Leaf
  • 8 slices dry French bread
  • ¾ cup shredded Gruyere cheese
  • ½ cup shredded Emmental cheese
  • 6 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large non-stick pan, cook onions, butter, and brown sugar over medium-low heat until golden and caramelized. (About 20 minutes).

  2. 2

    Once golden, add to the slow cooker along with the remaining ingredients except for bread and cheese.

  3. 3

    Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.

  4. 4

    Remove and discard bay leaf and ladle the soup into bowls. Top with dry bread slices and cheeses. Broil 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese is melted and browned.