Know the recipe of classic French onion soup

Did you know that this classic soup in its original form dates back to the roman times? The classic soup experienced a renaissance of sorts thanks to french cuisine. The trick here is to chop the onions really fine. Cheese thickens the broth while mustard imparts a heady, pungent flavour. French onion soup is always served by pouring ladles of soup over a cheese crouton placed in a bowl. This soup is delectable and worth trying. Enjoy!

 

Preparation Time: 10 minutes.                       Cooking Time: 10 minutes.                                     Makes 4 servings.

 

For the soup

1 cup thinly sliced onions

2 tbsp butter

⅓ cup grated processed cheese

Salt to taste

¼ tsp black peppercorns (kalimirch) powder

¼ tsp mustard (rai / sarson) powder

 

For the cheese croutons

2 bread slices, each cut into 4 pieces

2 tsp butter

2 tsp grated processed cheese

 

For the soup

1. Heat the butter in a kadhai/ wok, add the onions and sauté on a slow flame for 3 to 4 minutes, or till they turn golden brown in colour
2. Add 4 cups of water, cheese and salt, mix well and allow it to boil on a high flame for 4 to 5 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
3. Add the pepper powder and mustard powder, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes, while stirring occasionally.

 

For the cheese croutons

1. Toast the bread slices in a pop-up toaster.
2. Cut each bread slice into 4 equal square pieces.
3. Apply little butter on each bread piece and sprinkle a little cheese on top.

 

How to proceed

1. Just before serving, place 2 cheese croutons in the centre of 4 individual bowls. Pour equal quantities of the soup in each bowl and serve immediately.

 

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