French Onion & Leek Soup

Easy and Healthy 

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Rich, hearty broth, crunchy bread, and gooey cheese make this bowl of French onion and leek soup pure comfort food goodness.

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With a little time and just the right combination of ingredients, I got there. And yes, this soup is spoon-worthy.

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Onions

Leeks

Wondra flour

White wine

Baguette

Ingredients

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Heat the butter over medium heat in a Dutch oven or a large heavy-bottomed pot.

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Add the onions and a dash of salt and cook over medium heat for 15 minutes. The onions should be very soft and pale golden.

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Add the leeks, shallots, and garlic and continue to cook for an additional 15 minutes, stirring often. The mixture should be very soft and golden.

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Reduce the heat to low, stir in the flour, and cook for 2 minutes. Add the light brown sugar, vinegar, and a pinch of salt and cook until onions are deeply golden and very soft, an additional 15 mins.

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Add the wine, bring to a boil, and then reduce to a simmer. Be sure to scrape up all the brown bits from the bottom of the pot as you deglaze with the wine.

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