FRENCH ONION SOUP

Ingredients:

• 4 large onions, thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons butter or olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 4 cups beef broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian version)
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 1/2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese (or any other keto-friendly cheese)
• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional) 
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• Instructions:
   
  1. Heat a large soup pot over medium-low heat. Add the butter or olive oil and let it melt.
  2. Add the sliced onions to the pot. Cook them slowly, stirring occasionally, until they become soft, caramelized, and browned. This can take about 30-45 minutes. The slower you cook them, the more flavor they’ll develop.
  3. Once the onions are caramelized, add salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried thyme. Stir well to combine with the onions.
  4. Pour in the beef broth, water, and white wine (if using). Add the bay leaf. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Remove and discard the bay leaf.
  6. Preheat your oven’s broiler.
  7. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls or ramekins. Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded Gruyere cheese on top of each serving.
  8. Place the bowls or ramekins on a baking sheet and put them under the broiler for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
  9. Carefully remove the bowls or ramekins from the oven (they’ll be hot). Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
  10. Let the soup cool for a minute or two before serving, as it will be very hot.Enjoy your Keto French Onion Soup! It’s rich, flavorful, and low in carbs, making it a great option for those
  11. following a ketogenic diet.
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  14. The nutritional values for Keto French Onion Soup can vary slightly depending on the specific ingredients used and serving sizes. Here’s a rough estimate of the nutrition for one serving of the soup (assuming the recipe makes 4 servings):
      • Calories: Approximately 300-350 calories per serving
      • Fat: Approximately 20-25 grams
      • Carbohydrates: Approximately 10-15 grams
        • Dietary Fiber: Approximately 2-3 grams
        • Sugars: Approximately 4-6 grams (mainly from natural sugars in the onions)
      • Protein: Approximately 15-20 grams
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