Art Of Cheese Blonde French Onion Soup With Aged Havarti Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook until caramelized, about 30 minutes.
• STEP 2.Add flour to the pot and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
• STEP 3.Pour in beef broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
• STEP 4.Preheat the broiler. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls and top with slices of aged Havarti cheese.
• STEP 5.Place the bowls under the broiler until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2-3 minutes.
• STEP 6.Remove from the broiler and let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh thyme if desired.
• STEP 7.Serve the Art Of Cheese Blonde French Onion Soup with a crusty baguette for dipping.

Cooking Tips

• Be patient when caramelizing the onions. It takes time for them to develop their sweet flavor.
• Use a good quality aged Havarti cheese for the best flavor and melting properties.
• If you don't have oven-safe bowls, you can transfer the soup to a baking dish and top with cheese before broiling.
• For a vegetarian version, substitute vegetable broth for the beef broth.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the soup on the stovetop over low heat, stirring occasionally.
• Serve the reheated soup with a fresh sprinkle of grated Havarti cheese and a slice of toasted baguette.