A Memory Of French Onion Soup

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This recipe was featured on a tvfn, “calling all cooks” segment some time ago. as i recall, keri poulios's father had passed away, and she was preparing a special recipe he often made for the family. The episode was so poignant, i was in tears but could hardly wait to try the soup myself. It's excellent, imho. as emeril would say, do you feel the love?""

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Steps

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In large soup pot , melt butter with oil.

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Add onions and cook slowly until translucent.

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Add sugar and flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.

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Add broth , water and seasonings and simmer for 30 minutes.

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Stir in wines , and simmer for 2 more hours.

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Preheat broiler.

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To serve , pour soup into oven- proof crocks.

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Place a slice of french bread on top of soup.

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Cover bread with lots of sliced or shredded cheese , your choice.

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Place soup crocks in oven on a sheet pan and broil until cheese is melted and bubbly.

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I like to place slices of cheese slightly over the edge , so it completely seals the top and melts down the side of each crock', i'm guessing 8-10"]".

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Ingredients

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butter, oil, onions, sugar, flour, beef broth, water, salt & pepper, port wine, burgundy wine, french bread, mozzarella cheese