Savor the decadent, flavorful richness of Quick French Onion Soup as you warm up! An appealing comfort food, this classic French dish combines rich beef broth, caramelized onions, toasted baguette slices, and a coating of golden, bubbling Gruyère cheese. This dish offers a sophisticated experience that is simple enough for novices to follow, making it ideal for a comfortable lunch or dinner.
Every bite offers a delightful fusion of flavors and textures: the gooey, toasted cheese topping, the heartiness of the beef broth, and the sweetness of the caramelized onions combine to create a dish that will stay in your memory.
Check out the recipe below and enjoy this traditional, comforting soup now!
Table of Contents
Recipe Details
Difficulty: easy4
servings25
minutesIngredients
4 large onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 teaspoon sugar
4 cups beef broth
1 teaspoon thyme
salt to taste
pepper to taste
1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
4 slices of baguette
Notes
- Don’t forget to avoid rinsing!
Kitchen Tools Needed:
- saucepan
- wooden spoon
- ladle
- oven-safe bowls
Instructions For Making Quick French Onion Soup:
- In a saucepan, heat olive oil and unsalted butter over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and sugar. Cook for about 15 minutes until the onions are caramelized, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in the beef broth and add thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to broil.
- Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls and place a slice of baguette on top of each.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of Gruyère cheese over the bread.
- Broil the bowls in the oven until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Carefully remove the bowls from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Macros:
- Total Calories: 295kcal
- Carbs: 25g
- Proteins: 10g
- Fats: 15g