MICROWAVE FRENCH ONION SOUPThe microwave is a miracle worker when it comes to preparing classic dishes like French onion soup. Instead of spending hours on the stovetop, this savory soup is ready in no time at all!
3 cups thinly sliced onion
I (14 ounce) can Swanson Lower Sodium Fat Free Beef Broth
1 1/2 cups water
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dined parsley flakes
4 slices reduced-calorie French or white bread, toasted
4 slices (3/4 ounce each) Kraft reduced-fat Swiss cheese
In an 8-cup microwave-safe mixing bowl, combine onion, beef broth, water, black pepper, and parsley flakes. Cover and microwave on HIGH (100% power) for 16 to 18 minutes or until onion is tender, stirring after every 5 minutes.
Evenly spoon 1 cup soup mixture into 4 microwave-safe soup bowls. Top each with a slice of toast and a slice of Swiss cheese,
Arrange soup bowls in a circle in microwave and microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes or until cheese starts to melt.
Place soup bowls on counter and let set for 2 minutes before serving.
Servings: 4
Source:
Cooking Healthy With a Microwave: A Healthy Exchanges Cookbook by JoAnna M. Lund 