Description
Classic French Onion Soup is a heartwarming dish that envelops you in its rich flavors and cozy aroma. With sweet caramelized onions, savory beef broth, and a bubbling layer of melted Gruyère cheese, this classic recipe is perfect for chilly evenings or any time you seek comfort food. Simple to prepare yet deliciously satisfying, it’s an ideal starter or main course that brings joy to every table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1 crusty baguette, sliced into thick pieces
- 2 cups Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and add sliced onions with a sprinkle of salt. Cook for 20-30 minutes until soft and golden brown.
- 2. Stir in sugar and cook for another minute. Deglaze the pot with white wine, scraping up any bits from the bottom.
- 3. Gradually add beef broth while stirring gently. Add thyme sprigs and simmer for 30 minutes.
- 4. Toast baguette slices under the broiler until golden brown on both sides.
- 5. Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls, top with toasted baguette slices, and generously sprinkle with Gruyère cheese. Broil until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg