Slow Cooker French Onion Soup

Instructions:

1. Start the Onions: Place the onions, butter, sugar, and salt in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 7 hours, or until the onions are soft and golden brown.

2. Add Broth & Seasonings: Once the onions are caramelized, add the beef broth, sherry, thyme, and pepper. Cover and cook on high for another hour.

3. Prepare to Serve: Ladle the soup into oven-safe mugs or bowls. Top each with sliced bread (or croutons) and a generous layer of Gruyere cheese.

4. Melt the Cheese: Place the mugs under the broiler for a few minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden brown. You can cook for an additional 15 minutes if you like your cheese extra melted!

Pro Tip:

For that authentic “pick the broiled cheese off the side of the mug” experience, let it broil a little longer for that crispy, gooey cheese edge!

This method really gives you the richness and depth of flavor you want from a French onion soup, minus the sweat and labor. Plus, your guests will never guess it came from a slow cooker! Have you tried making any other soups in the slow cooker?