How do I make french onion soup in a slow cooker?

Set it and forget it with our easy slow cooker recipe for French Onion Soup. Let the aromas fill your home while you relax and enjoy a delicious bowl.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make French Onion Soup in a slow cooker. Items include: Onions Butter Beef broth Dry white wine Garlic Bay leaf Thyme Baguette Gruyere or Swiss cheese

Onions 4 large onions
Butter 2 tablespoons
Beef broth 4 cups
Dry white wine 1 cup
Garlic 2 cloves
Bay leaf 1
Thyme a sprinkle
Baguette 1
Gruyere or Swiss cheese as desired

Take note
Be careful when handling the hot slow cooker and slicing the onions. Take caution to avoid burns and cuts.

1

Caramelize those onions

Begin by thinly slicing 4 large onions. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the onions and cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become golden brown and caramelized.

2

Transfer to the slow cooker

Once the onions are caramelized, transfer them to your slow cooker. Add 4 cups of beef broth, 1 cup of dry white wine, 2 cloves of minced garlic, 1 bay leaf, and a sprinkle of thyme. Give it a gentle stir to combine.

3

Let it simmer

Cover the slow cooker and set it to low heat. Let the soup simmer for 6-8 hours, allowing all the flavors to meld together. You can also cook it on high heat for 3-4 hours if you're short on time.

4

Toast the bread and melt the cheese

When the soup is ready, preheat your oven's broiler. Slice some baguette into rounds and place them on a baking sheet. Toast the bread under the broiler until golden. Sprinkle shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese on top and broil for another minute until the cheese melts and turns bubbly and golden.

5

Serve and enjoy

Ladle the hot soup into bowls and place the cheesy bread on top. Be prepared for the ultimate comfort food experience. Enjoy your homemade French Onion Soup!