How to make Italian Onion Soup

Here is grandma’s awesome Italian onion soup. Enjoy this cheesy Italian-style soup made using onion,  balsamic vinegar and broth – a wonderful lunch!

SERVING: Serves 4

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
• 8 cups thinly sliced onions (about 4 medium)
• 1/4 teaspoon gray salt or sea salt
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried sage leaves
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 32 oz beef flavored broth
• 4 slices (3/4 inch thick) Italian country bread
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)

METHOD:

1. In 12- to 14-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add garlic; cook and stir until garlic begins to brown. Stir in onions and salt.
3. Cook about 7 minutes. Reduce heat to medium.
4. Cook about 10 minutes longer, stirring occasionally, until onions are golden brown.
5. Stir in sage and vinegar.
6. Cook 2 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until liquid has evaporated.
7. Stir in broth. Simmer over medium heat 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Meanwhile, set oven control to broil.
9. Sprinkle bread with cheese; place on cookie sheet.
10. Broil with tops 4 to 6 inches from heat until cheese is melted (watch carefully).
11. Place 1 slice of bread on each serving of soup.

Source: https://www.progresso.com/recipe/italian-onion-soup/

BUON MANGIATA!