ONION BISQUE

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Provided by Justin Devillier

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
8 cups sliced yellow onions
8 garlic cloves, smashed
6 cups low-salt chicken broth
15 sprigs thyme, tied into a bundle
1 1/2 cups cubed crustless day-old bread
3 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/2 "-wide pieces
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
3 ounces soft fresh goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

Heat oil in a large wide pot over medium-low heat; add onions and cook, stirring frequently, until translucent, about 20 minutes. Add garlic; cook, stirring frequently, until onions are golden brown and caramelized, about 20 minutes. Add broth and thyme. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat. Add bread to pot. Let stand until bread is saturated, about 10 minutes. Discard thyme. Let cool slightly.
Working in batches, purée soup in a blender until smooth; strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pot. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
Cook bacon in a medium skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until brown and crispy.
Bring soup to a simmer, adding water to thin if needed. Season with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls; top with cheese and bacon.