French Onion Soup

Instructions

Special requirement: none

1. Peel and thinly slice the onions.
2. In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat.
3. Add the sliced onions and cook them slowly until they caramelize, stirring occasionally. This will take about 30-40 minutes.
4. Once the onions are caramelized, add the vegetable broth to the pot.
5. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes.
6. While the soup is simmering, preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
7. Slice the Gruyère cheese into thin slices.
8. Ladle the soup into individual oven-safe bowls or crocks.
9. Place a few slices of Gruyère cheese on top of each bowl of soup.
10. Place the bowls on a baking sheet and transfer them to the preheated oven.
11. Bake for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
12. Remove the bowls from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
13. Garnish with additional cheese on top, if desired.
14. Serve hot and enjoy the delicious vegetarian French Onion Soup!