VEGAN FRENCH ONION SOUP

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This vegan French onion soup uses a few unconventional ingredients to create umami. If you cook vegan foods regularly, keep a jar of dried mushrooms in your pantry and add to soups, stocks and casseroles to add a savory, earthy note to your dishes. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
8 cups thinly sliced onions (about 3 pounds)
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons finely chopped dried shiitake mushrooms (1/4 ounce)
1/2 cup pinot noir
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 cartons (32 ounces each) vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
24 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick)
2 large garlic cloves, peeled and halved
1-1/2 cups shredded dairy-free mozzarella-flavored cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat 4 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Add onions; cook and stir until softened, 10-13 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, until deep golden brown, 30-40 minutes. Add mushrooms, garlic, balsamic vinegar and soy sauce; cook 2 minutes longer., Stir in wine. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half. Add broth, pepper and salt; return to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes. Uncover and let simmer for another 30 minutes., Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400°. Place baguette slices on a baking sheet; brush both sides with remaining oil. Bake until toasted, 3-5 minutes on each side. Rub toasts with halved garlic. , To serve, place twelve 8-oz. broiler-safe bowls or ramekins on baking sheets; place 2 toasts in each. Ladle with soup; top with cheese. Broil 4 in. from heat until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 827mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Bozlur Rahman
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This was a great recipe! I made it exactly as written and it turned out perfectly. The soup was rich and flavorful, and the caramelized onions were delicious. I will definitely be making this again!


XX MINGLE TV
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The soup was too sweet for my taste. I would reduce the amount of sugar in the recipe next time.


RIYAD sany
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The soup was too bitter for my taste. I would reduce the amount of dark chocolate in the recipe next time.


Aman Kaif
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The soup was too sour for my taste. I would reduce the amount of lemon juice in the recipe next time.


Damion Lie
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The soup was too spicy for my taste. I would reduce the amount of chili powder in the recipe next time.


Ghulam ali Bhatti344
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The soup was too thin for my taste. I would add more flour or cornstarch to the recipe next time.


Mohtasham khan
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The soup was too thick for my taste. I would add more liquid to the recipe next time.


Joze Tootrill
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The soup was a bit bland. I would add more spices and herbs to the recipe next time.


Tanjim Islam
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The soup was good, but it was a bit too salty for my taste. I would reduce the amount of salt in the recipe next time.


Carol Goodrich
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This soup was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar in the recipe next time.


binisemayat binisemayat
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I made this soup for my family and they loved it! The broth was so flavorful and the caramelized onions were the perfect addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Lilian Bintu
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great! The flavors were well-balanced and the caramelized onions were delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Mauricio Lopez
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This soup was amazing! The flavors were so rich and complex, and the caramelized onions were the perfect touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Sleman Bamandy
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This was a great recipe! I made it exactly as written and it turned out perfectly. The soup was rich and flavorful, and the caramelized onions were delicious. I will definitely be making this again!


Aashish Nepali
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I made this soup for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, even the meat-eaters. The soup was so flavorful and comforting, and the crispy croutons and melted cheese were the perfect finishing touch.


Madushika Pathirana
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This soup was delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The onions were caramelized to perfection and the broth was so flavorful. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was the perfect meal.


Arif maqbool
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I'm not a vegan, but I really enjoyed this soup. It was hearty and flavorful, and I didn't miss the beef at all. The caramelized onions were the star of the show, and the broth was rich and flavorful.


Atueyi Chigozie
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This vegan French onion soup was a hit! The flavors were rich and savory, and the broth was so flavorful. I loved the crispy croutons and melted cheese on top. It was the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.