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Three-Cheese French Onion Soup

Here’s a satisfying soup that’s fantastic on any autumn or winter day. The blend of Swiss, Parmesan and mozzarella gives it a richness onion soup lovers will enjoy.

—GINA BERRY CHANHASSEN, MN



START TO FINISH: 30 MIN. • MAKES: 7 SERVINGS


2 large red onions, thinly sliced

1/4 cup butter, cubed

2 cans (14 1/2 ounces each) chicken broth

3 cups water

1 envelope onion soup mix

1 teaspoon pepper

1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

7 slices French bread (3/4 inch thick)

1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese

1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1. In a Dutch oven, saute onions in butter until tender. Add broth, water, soup mix, pepper, Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, place bread slices on an ungreased baking sheet. Sprinkle with Swiss and mozzarella cheeses. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted.

3. Ladle soup into serving bowls; top each with a toast slice. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.