The history of onion soups can be traced back to Roman times. Onions were originally known as food for the common folk because they are easy to grow in large quantities. One of the most prominent modern onion soups originated in Paris during the 17th century. The exact inventor of this modern French dish is unclear and many have claimed to be the original creator. The soup became more popular during the 1960’s, when French cuisine gained popularity in the United States. The dish is surprisingly easy to make but takes several hours of slow cooking to come out just…