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
- Dutch Oven
- Oven-safe bowls
- Chef's Knife
- Spatula
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.