French Onion Soup (Au Pied De Cochon Restaura)

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
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Classic caramelized onion soup topped with crusty bread and melted Gruy&# 195;¨re cheese
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This classic French Onion Soup is the ultimate comfort food, featuring deeply caramelized onions simmered in rich chicken stock and dry white wine. The long, slow cooking process transforms the onions into a sweet, savory foundation that is both aromatic and hearty. Topped with thick slices of toasted French bread and generously sprinkled with nutty Gruyère cheese, the soup is broiled until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Perfect for chilly evenings or a cozy dinner party, this dish offers a warm, satisfying experience with every spoonful. It pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad and is an excellent choice for entertaining guests who appreciate traditional, slow-cooked flavors.

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French Onion Soup (Au Pied De Cochon Restaura)

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 1304.1

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This classic French Onion Soup is the ultimate comfort food, featuring deeply caramelized onions simmered in rich chicken stock and dry white wine. The long, slow cooking process transforms the onions into a sweet, savory foundation that is both aromatic and hearty. Topped with thick slices of toasted French bread and generously sprinkled with nutty Gruyère cheese, the soup is broiled until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Perfect for chilly evenings or a cozy dinner party, this dish offers a warm, satisfying experience with every spoonful. It pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad and is an excellent choice for entertaining guests who appreciate traditional, slow-cooked flavors.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Melt butter with oil in a heavy large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add sliced onions, cover, and cook until lightly colored, stirring occasionally, about 45 minutes.
  3. Uncover and continue cooking until onions are deep golden brown, stirring frequently to prevent burning, about 20-30 more minutes.
  4. Add dry wine and bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  5. Reduce heat and cook for 5 minutes to deglaze and reduce the wine slightly.
  6. Add chicken stock and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  7. Simmer uncovered for 1 1/2 hours, allowing flavors to meld and soup to thicken.
  8. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  9. Preheat broiler.
  10. Ladle hot soup into broilerproof bowls.
  11. Top each bowl with slices of toasted French bread.
  12. Sprinkle generously with grated Gruyère cheese.
  13. Broil until cheese is melted and bubbling with golden spots.
  14. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1304.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 64.7g100%
Saturated Fat 18.0g90%
Cholesterol 336.5mg113%
Sodium 316.0mg14%
Total Carbohydrate 40.1g14%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g28%
Sugars 17.4g
Protein 101.8g204%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

The soup can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to a simmer before topping with bread and cheese.

For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken stock with vegetable stock.

Ensure the bowls used for serving are broiler-proof to avoid cracking under high heat.

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