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French Onion Soup

From february, 2010 louisiana cooking.

Steps

For the soup , heat the butter and oil in a large , heavy pot over medium heat.
Add the onions and increase the heat to high.
Cook , stirring often , until the onions are golden and very soft , approximately 15 minutes.
Reduce the heat to medium.
Add the garlic and sugar.
Cook , stirring occasionally , for 20 minutes more.
Mash the garlic with a fork.
Carefully pour in the brandy and stir to loosen any brown particles on the bottom of the pot.
Add the mustard , thyme and flour and stir for 3 minutes.
Gradually stir in the broth and wine.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Simmer , uncovered , over medium heat for about 30 to 45 minutes.
In the meantime , preheat the oven to 350f to make the croutons , spread one side of each bread slice with 1 1 / 2 teaspoons butter and 1 1 / 2 teaspoons oil.
Sprinkle with the garlic.
Toast the prepared side on a baking pan until crusty and golden , about 12 to 15 minutes.
Combine the cheeses for the gratine.
Preheat the broiler.
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Ingredients

butter, olive oil, yellow onions, garlic cloves, sugar, brandy, dijon mustard, dried thyme, all-purpose flour, beef stock, dry white wine, salt and black pepper, french bread, gruyere cheese, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese