Nancy Nicole's Notes:
Expand1 medium Yellow onion, peeled, halved, and sliced very thin. Ask a question about this ingredient
6 Tblsp. Butter, halved. Ask a question about this ingredient
1 medium-sized Leek, white part sliced very thin Ask a question about this ingredient
3 large Red shallots, peeled and sliced thin. Ask a question about this ingredient
3 cups Strong Beef Broth Ask a question about this ingredient
Toast or crackers and cheese to top each bowl, if desired. Ask a question about this ingredient
Melt 3 Tblsp. of the butter in a medium pan over medium heat. Saute yellow onion and garlic for 8-10 minutes, or until translucent and soft. Stir occasionally.
Ask a question about this stepAdd the onions to the beef broth in a large soup pot. Set aside.
Ask a question about this stepMelt the other 3 Tblsp. of butter in same pan and saute the shallots and leeks for 5-7 minutes, or until soft and tender. Add to soup pot.
Ask a question about this stepSeason soup with freshly ground black pepper and salt to taste. Heat through gently over low heat.
Ask a question about this stepIf desired, Top individual bowls with toasted bread or a cracker and top with sliced or shredded cheese (Swiss is my favorite). Place bowls under broiler for a minute or two until the cheese is melted and starting to brown. Serve immediately.
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