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how to make classic french onion soup

Irresistible Classic French Onion Soup Recipe in 4 Simple Steps


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and savory French onion soup with caramelized onions, beef broth, and melted cheese.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 baguette, sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups grated Gruyère cheese

Instructions

  1. Melt butter with olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onions, sugar, and salt. Cook until caramelized, about 30 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle flour over onions and stir for 1 minute.
  4. Add wine, beef broth, bay leaf, and thyme. Simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven broiler. Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls.
  6. Top with baguette slices and Gruyère cheese.
  7. Broil until cheese melts and bubbles, about 3 minutes.

Notes

  • Use a mandoline for even onion slices.
  • Cook onions slowly for deeper flavor.
  • Substitute vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop, Broiling
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 1200mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: French onion soup, caramelized onion soup, cheesy onion soup