Canadian Onion Soup

Prep time: 20min

Total time: 60min

Serves 6

3 tbsp

Canola oil

45 mL

4 lb

Sweet onions, thinly sliced

2 kg

3 cloves

Garlic, minced

1/2 cup

100 % Compliments Organic Pure Maple Syrup

125 mL

1 carton

Compliments Fat Free Beef Broth

900 mL

1 tbsp

Chopped fresh thyme leaves (approx.)

15 mL

Salt and pepper

6 slices

Baguette, toasted

2 cups

Shredded Compliments Five Year Canadian Cheddar Cheese

500 mL

Per Serving (1/6 of the recipe)

calories

390

fat

24 g

carbs

34 g

protein

13 g

Heat oil in a Dutch oven set over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring frequently, for 30 minutes or until caramelized. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in maple syrup.
Add the broth and half of thyme; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Preheat broiler.
Divide soup between 6 ovenproof bowls. Top with toast slices and equal amounts of cheese. Broil for 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese melts and lightly browns. Garnish with remaining thyme and serve.