French Onion Soup
Indulge in the heartwarming goodness of this French Onion Soup, a timeless classic that transforms humble ingredients into an unforgettable dish. With sweet caramelized onions simmered in rich beef and chicken broth, this soup is topped with crusty baguette slices layered with gooey melted Gruyere cheese. Perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings, each spoonful delivers comfort and satisfaction that warms both the body and soul.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 6 people 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 4 large yellow onions
- 2 large sweet onions (Vidalia)
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- ¾ cup dry apple vinegar
- 1 baguette
- 6 slices Gruyere cheese
Instructions
- Slice the onions into ¼-inch thick pieces.
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium-low heat.
- Add sliced onions, tossing them to coat in the melted butter.
- Caramelize slowly over about 2 hours, stirring occasionally; deglaze with apple vinegar if needed.
- Once caramelized, sprinkle flour over the onions and cook for 2 minutes.
- Stir in beef broth, chicken broth, bay leaves, and thyme; simmer for 45 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare baguette slices by toasting them lightly.
- Top toasted baguettes with Gruyere cheese and bake until bubbly at 450°F.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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