Grandpa Parker's Classic French Onion Soup

Ingredients

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• 5 tablespoons butter
• 2 cups onions, sliced
• 4 1/2 cups beef bouillon
• to taste salt
• to taste pepper
• to taste Worcestershire sauce
• French bread, sliced
• Parmesan cheese, grated

Method

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1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes, or until they are softened and translucent.
2. Pour in the beef bouillon and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for approximately 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together beautifully.
3. Season the soup to your liking with salt, pepper, and a dash of Worcestershire sauce. Adjust the seasonings according to your personal preference.
4. Carefully ladle the hot soup into individual oven-safe earthenware cups or bowls.
5. Top each cup with a slice of toasted French bread, ensuring it floats on the surface of the soup. Generously sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the bread and soup.
6. Place the cups under a broiler until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve immediately and enjoy this comforting and flavorful French onion soup!