Ultimate French Onion Soup
A comforting classic French Onion Soup that warms the soul with its rich flavor and cheesy goodness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large Onions
- 4 cups Beef Broth
- 1 loaf Baguette
- 1 to 2 cups Gruyère Cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Butter or Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 pinch Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
Instructions
- Slice the onions by halving them from top to bottom and slicing into thin crescent-shaped pieces.
- Caramelize the onions in a large pot over medium heat with butter or olive oil, stirring often for about 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Season the caramelized onions with salt, black pepper, and sugar for extra sweetness.
- Add the beef broth and bring to a gentle simmer, this will deepen the flavor. Simmer for another 15-20 minutes.
- Prepare the baguette by slicing it into 1-inch thick rounds and toasting until golden brown.
- Grate the Gruyère cheese for better melting.
- Assemble the soup by ladling it into oven-safe bowls, topping with baguette slices and a generous amount of Gruyère cheese.
- Broil the assembled soup bowls for about 2-3 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
Notes
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with a side salad. Experiment with herbs and different types of cheese for unique flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: French onion soup, comfort food, cheesy soup, classic recipe