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French Onion Soup

A rich and savory soup made with caramelized onions, beef broth, and topped with melted Gruyère cheese.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

1 hour

Total Time

1 hour 15 minutes

Difficulty

Medium

Skills Required

Caramelizing Onions

Ingredients & Nutrition

450 kcal

Calories

20g

Protein

25g

Fat

30g

Carbs

4g

Fiber

12g

Sugar

1100mg

Sodium

  • 4, thinly sliced Onions
  • 1/4 cup Butter
  • 4 cups Beef Broth
  • 1/2 cup Dry White Wine
  • 4 slices, toasted Baguette
  • 1 cup, shredded Gruyère Cheese

Equipment Needed

Let AI Suggest Variations

  • Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
  • Add a splash of brandy or sherry at the end for richness.
  • Try different cheeses like Swiss or Provolone.
  • Add fresh thyme during caramelization for an earthy flavor.

Instructions:

1. In a Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and cook slowly for 45-60 minutes, until deeply caramelized.

2. Deglaze the pot with white wine, scraping up any browned bits. Cook for a few minutes until wine has reduced.

3. Add beef broth, bring to a simmer, and cook for at least 15 minutes.

4. Preheat broiler. Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls. Top each with a slice of toasted baguette and a generous amount of Gruyère cheese.

5. Broil for 2-3 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.