Bistro Onion Soup With Leeks
This version of french onion soup is freshened by the green sweetness of leeks, and the slight heat of chili flakes. If the combination of caramelized onion, brandy and cheese doesn't chase away the blues on those lingering grey days then nothing will. from the lcbo magazine.
Steps
Heat butter in a soup pot with a wide bottom over medium heat.
Add bacon and saut for 3 minutes or until bacon is cooked but not crisp.
Add sliced onion , shallots and chili flakes and saut for 25 minutes , stirring occasionally , or until onions are golden.
Add leeks and garlic and saut for 10 minutes or until leeks are very soft.
Add wine , bring to a boil and simmer , scraping the bottom of the pan to incorporate any browned bits , until onions are just saucy , about 3 minutes.
Add chicken stock , bring to a boil , then turn heat to medium-low and simmer until flavours have come together , about 8 minutes more.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
While soup is simmering , make large croutons.
Heat broiler or grill to high.
Brush both sides of baguette slices with olive oil and broil or grill for 1 minute per side or until golden.
When you are ready to serve the soup , preheat broiler to high , and top each crouton with 1 tablespoon of grated cheese.
Place baguette sli.
Ingredients
unsalted butter, bacon, onions, shallot, chili flakes, leeks, garlic, dry white wine, thyme, chicken stock, salt & freshly ground black pepper, multi-grain baguette, olive oil, gruyere cheese, brandy