Description
French onion soup with extra caramelized onions is the epitome of comfort food, perfect for warming you up on chilly evenings. This classic dish features a rich beef broth blended with sweet, slow-cooked onions and topped with gooey Gruyère cheese over crunchy baguette slices. Whether you're hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, this aromatic soup will bring a taste of nostalgia to every spoonful.
Ingredients
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- 4 medium yellow onions, sliced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 fresh baguette, sliced
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until golden brown (30-40 minutes).
- Pour in the white wine and simmer for 5 minutes to reduce.
- Add the beef broth and thyme; bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for another 30 minutes.
- Toast the baguette slices until golden brown while the soup simmers.
- Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls, top with baguette slices and Gruyère cheese. Broil until the cheese is bubbly and golden (about 5 minutes). Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop/Broiling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - For added depth of flavor, consider incorporating garlic or different herbs like rosemary. - Swap out beef broth for vegetable broth for a lighter version.