*While technically "meatless" this soup does contain beef stock so it is not for vegetarians or vegans. I like to serve this with spinach quiche and a nice salad with dijon vinaigrette.
FRENCH ONION SOUP
2 1/2 pounds yellow onions, halved, and sliced 1/4-inch thick (8 cups) 1/4 pound unsalted butter 1 bay leaf 1/2 cup medium-dry sherry 1/2 cup brandy or Cognac 1 1/2 cups good dry white wine 4 cups beef stock 4 cups veal stock 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper Freshly grated Parmesan
In a large stockpot on medium-high heat, saute the onions with the butter and bay leaf for 20 minutes, until the onions turn a rich golden brown color. Deglaze the pan with the sherry and brandy and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes. Add the white wine and simmer uncovered for 15 more minutes.
Add the beef and veal stocks plus salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered for 20 minutes. Remove the bay leaf, taste for salt and pepper, and serve hot with grated Parmesan.
