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Low Sodium French Onion Soup Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional, for deglazing the pan)
- 6 cups low-sodium beef or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (look for a low-sodium version)
- French baguette slices, toasted (optional)
- 1 cup grated Swiss cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions:
- In a large soup pot heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20-30 minutes, or until they are deeply caramelized. If the onions start to stick, you can add a little water to the pot to help release them.
- Once the onions are caramelized, add the minced garlic, thyme, and bay leaf.
- Cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.
- Pour in the dry white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom (Optional).
- Allow the wine to reduce by half, which will cook off the alcohol and concentrate the flavors.
- Add the low-sodium beef or vegetable broth and Worcestershire sauce to the pot.
- Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook, partially covered, for about 30 minutes.
- Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with freshly ground black pepper. It’s unlikely you’ll need salt, but adjust according to your taste and dietary needs.
- If using, place a slice or two of toasted baguette in the bottom of each bowl.
- Ladle the soup over the bread, then sprinkle the grated Swiss cheese on top.
- Place under the broiler for a minute or two, just until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the bay leaf before serving.
- Serve hot, with extra toasted baguette slices on the side if desired.
Yield: 6
Low Sodium French Onion Soup Recipe
Enjoy classic French Onion Soup without the added salt! This recipe uses low-sodium broth and techniques for a heart-healthy twist.
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Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
1 hour
Total Time
1 hour 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional, for deglazing the pan)
- 6 cups low-sodium beef or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (look for a low-sodium version)
- French baguette slices, toasted (optional)
- 1 cup grated Swiss cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- In a large soup pot heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20-30 minutes, or until they are deeply caramelized. If the onions start to stick, you can add a little water to the pot to help release them.
- Once the onions are caramelized, add the minced garlic, thyme, and bay leaf.
- Cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.
- Pour in the dry white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom (Optional).
- Allow the wine to reduce by half, which will cook off the alcohol and concentrate the flavors.
- Add the low-sodium beef or vegetable broth and Worcestershire sauce to the pot.
- Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook, partially covered, for about 30 minutes.
- Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with freshly ground black pepper. It's unlikely you'll need salt, but adjust according to your taste and dietary needs.
- If using, place a slice or two of toasted baguette in the bottom of each bowl.
- Ladle the soup over the bread, then sprinkle the grated Swiss cheese on top.
- Place under the broiler for a minute or two, just until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the bay leaf before serving.
- Serve hot, with extra toasted baguette slices on the side if desired.
Notes
The recipe makes 6 servings
176 mg of sodium per serving.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 343Total Fat: 19gSaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 24gCholesterol: 37mgSodium: 176mgCarbohydrates: 19gFiber: 2gSugar: 6gProtein: 67g
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