Description
Enjoy a bowl of comforting French Onion Soup, featuring richly flavored caramelized onions and melted cheese. This easy recipe is perfect for dinners or cold nights, combining simple ingredients for a delicious homemade dish.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 large onions, sliced thin
- 1 tablespoon dry sherry
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tablespoon chopped, fresh thyme
- ½ teaspoon worcestershire sauce
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 (½-inch) thick slices french bread, cut into small cubes (about 1 cup)
- ½ cup shredded swiss cheese
- 4 (½-inch) thick slices french bread
- 4 slices gruyere cheese
Instructions
- Melt butter and oil in a large stock pot over medium heat.
- Add sliced onions and stir well to coat with the butter and oil. Cook for 30-40 minutes until browned, stirring occasionally. Lower the heat and continue cooking for another hour, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft and deep brown but not burned.
- Stir in the sherry and cook for 1-2 minutes to allow it to evaporate slightly.
- Pour in the broth, thyme, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and incorporate the cubed bread.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and simmer on medium-low for 30 minutes.
- For serving, ladle the soup into ramekins or small oven-proof bowls and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of shredded Swiss cheese. Top with a slice of French bread and Gruyere cheese.
- Broil for 3-4 minutes, keeping a close watch to ensure the cheese doesn't burn. Serve immediately.
- Alternatively, broil the bread slices topped with Gruyere on a foil-lined baking sheet for 2-3 minutes until melted, then serve with the Swiss cheese sprinkled and the bread slice on top.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use a combination of beef and chicken broth.
Ensure the onions are well caramelized for the best taste; take your time!
You can prepare the soup ahead of time and reheat before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg