Description
Warm your soul with this classic French onion soup, featuring sweet caramelized onions and rich beef broth, all topped with a golden layer of gooey Gruyère cheese. Perfect for chilly evenings or as an impressive starter for guests, this comforting dish combines simple ingredients and straightforward steps to achieve an unforgettable flavor. Serve it alongside crusty bread for the ultimate indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large yellow onions (about 2 lbs), thinly sliced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 4 slices fresh baguette
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice onions thinly (about a quarter-inch thick).
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter until bubbly. Add sliced onions, stirring frequently for about 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Pour in white wine, scraping any brown bits from the bottom of the pot. Simmer for a few minutes before adding beef broth.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional herbs like thyme. Simmer for an additional 20 minutes.
- While simmering, toast baguette slices until golden.
- Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls, place toasted baguette on top, and cover with Gruyère cheese. Broil for about 5 minutes until bubbly and browned.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian version, substitute beef broth with vegetable broth and ensure cheese is vegetarian-friendly. Enhance flavors by adding herbs such as thyme or a splash of balsamic vinegar.