Italian Onion Soup

Ingredients

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

Directions

1. 1

   In 12-14-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Add garlic; cook and stir until garlic begins to brown but not burn.

3. 3

   Stir in onions and salt.

4. 4

   Cook about 7 minutes.

5. 5

   Reduce heat to medium.

6. 6

   Cook about 10 minutes longer, stirring occasionally, until onions are golden brown.

7. 7

   Stir in sage and vinegar.

8. 8

   Cook 2-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until liquid has evaporated.

9. 9

   Stir in broth.

10. 10

    Simmer over medium heat 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

11. 11

    Meanwhile, set oven control to broil.

12. 12

    Sprinkle bread with cheese; place on cookie sheet.

13. 13

    Broil with tops 4-6 inches from heat until cheese is melted (watch carefully).

14. 14

    Place 1 slice of bread on each serving of soup.