BONNIE'S COUNTRY ONION SOUP WITH RYE CROUTONS

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Who doesn't like a delicious bowl of soup on a cold day? This is Country Onion Soup with homemade rye croutons, a little different than the traditional clear broth French type. But just as good. Delicious with grilled cheese sandwiches. I am happy to share this tried and true recipe with my JAP friends. Enjoy! Photo is my...

Provided by BonniE !

Categories     Soups

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 17

SOUP
2 tablespoons butter
4 cups of sweet onion, sliced into 1 inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon fresh minced garlic
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 cups water
11 ounces of good chicken broth
1 full tablespoon of chicken granules
1 tablespoon country-style dijon mustard
1 teaspoon basil leaves chopped
1/4 teaspoon thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
CROUTONS
6 slices rye bread cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces (3 cups)
1 teaspoon chopped basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon fresh minced garlic
3 thick mozzerella cheese slices

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 400 degrees.
  • 2. PREPARE CROUTONS Melt the butter in an oblong pan, add the basil, garlic and toss to coat. Bake 7 to 10 minutes, turning half way through. Remove and set aside.
  • 3. MAKE THE SOUP: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large 3 quart sauce pan, and saute the onions with the garlic. Cook over medium heat until onions are very tender. Add the water, broth, chicken granules, country-style dijon mustard, basil leaves, thyme leaves, and black pepper. Simmmer about five minutes.
  • 4. Add the soup to the 3 oven-proof bowls. Add a thick slice of Mozzarella cheese to each bowl. Return to the hot oven and bake about 10 minutes until cheese is lightly brown, remove from oven, and add the croutons.
  • 5. Here is how it looks! Enjoy!

Nadeen King
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Overall, this is a great recipe for a hearty and flavorful onion soup. I would definitely recommend it.


Aju Koko
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The soup was a bit too spicy for my taste. I'll have to reduce the amount of pepper next time.


Shahidali
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The soup was a bit too sour for my taste. I'll have to reduce the amount of lemon juice next time.


Waqaskhan Waqas khan
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The soup was a bit too sweet for my taste. I'll have to reduce the amount of sugar next time.


Roxanne Walls
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The soup was a bit too thick for my taste. I'll have to add some more liquid next time.


Chadwick Cowherd
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The soup was a bit too oily for my taste. I'll have to skim off the excess oil next time.


Shreejana Ghimire
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This soup is a bit too bland for my taste. I'll have to add some more spices next time.


Aayus Gam
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This soup is a bit too salty for my taste. I'll have to reduce the amount of salt next time.


Md Adib
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I'm not a huge fan of onions, but I really enjoyed this soup. The flavors are well-balanced and the soup is very satisfying.


Nancy Sherif
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover onions. It's also a very budget-friendly recipe.


Bereket Yohannes
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few simple ingredients, but the flavor is anything but simple.


Jason Because y
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are spot-on.


Kadiir Tamaam
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This soup is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The flavor is amazing!


its Bijoy
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I've never been a big fan of onion soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying. I'll definitely be making this soup again.


mary ortega
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This soup is easy to make and very affordable. I love that I can use up leftover onions in this recipe.


Lia
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I made this soup for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I even had people asking me for the recipe.


Philasande Nkabinde
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This soup is delicious! The onions are so sweet and flavorful. I love the addition of the thyme and bay leaf. They really add depth to the flavor.


John Lemons
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit. My family and friends love it. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Ali Dino
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This soup is a keeper! It's easy to make, and the flavors are out of this world. The onions are perfectly caramelized, and the broth is rich and flavorful. I especially love the addition of the rye croutons. They add a nice crunch and heartiness to t