Explore the rich and savory world of French Onion Soup—a warm and comforting bowl filled with perfectly caramelized onions simmered in a delicious beef broth. It’s topped with a slice of toasted baguette and melted Gruyère cheese. This classic dish is packed with deep flavors and makes for a perfect meal to satisfy both your soul and taste buds.
Quick and easy to prepare, this soup is ideal for a cozy lunch or dinner, especially when paired with a simple salad. Serve it fresh and enjoy this hearty, flavorful treat! Read the recipe to discover all the details!
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Recipe Details
Difficulty: easy4
servings25
minutesIngredients
4 large onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons of butter
2 tablespoons of olive oil
1 teaspoon of sugar
1 tablespoon of flour
1 teaspoon of dried thyme
1 liter of beef broth
salt to taste
pepper to taste
4 slices of baguette
100g of grated Gruyère cheese
Notes
- Don’t forget to avoid rinsing!
Kitchen Tools Needed:
- saucepan
- ladle
- skillet
- knife
- cutting board
Instructions For Making French Onion Soup:
- In a large saucepan, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and sugar, cooking until the onions are caramelized for about 10 minutes, stirring often.
- Stir in the flour and thyme, cooking for an additional minute.
- Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a simmer, cooking for about 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Meanwhile, toast the baguette slices until golden.
- Ladle the soup into bowls, top each with a toasted baguette slice and sprinkle with Gruyère cheese.
- Broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Macros:
- Total Calories: 280kcal
- Carbs: 22g
- Proteins: 8g
- Fats: 12g