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French Onion Soup

Irresistibly Cozy French Onion Soup You Need to Try Today

This French Onion Soup combines caramelized onions and savory broth for a comforting dish that warms the soul.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 3-4 pieces Yellow Onions Sweet yellow onions for optimal caramelization.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Substitute with olive oil for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Enhances the overall taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Elevates the natural flavors of the onions.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Accelerates caramelization for sweetness.
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
  • 1 cup Dry White Wine Replace with additional broth if desired.
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme Or use dried thyme.
  • 1 piece Bay Leaf Remove before serving.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds to taste.
For the Topping
  • 1 piece Baguette Stale bread works best for texture.
  • 1 cup Gruyère Cheese Experiment with other cheeses for variation.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Oven
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Slice 3-4 yellow onions thinly and set aside.
  2. Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter with 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add sliced onions to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook the onions, stirring occasionally, for about 40 minutes until deep golden brown.
  5. Pour in 4 cups of beef broth and 1 cup of dry white wine, add thyme and bay leaf, and bring to a gentle boil.
  6. Reduce heat and let the soup simmer uncovered for 30 minutes. Remove bay leaf and season with black pepper.
  7. Slice a baguette into thick slices and toast them at 375°F (190°C) for about 10 minutes.
  8. Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls, place a slice of toasted baguette on top, and sprinkle with 1 cup of Gruyère cheese.
  9. Broil the bowls for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
  10. Allow to cool slightly before serving the soup warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Quality ingredients enhance flavor; consider using stale bread for texture and high-quality broth for best results.

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