French Onion Soup #1

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
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Deeply caramelized onions simmered in rich broth, topped with crusty bread and melted cheese.
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This classic French Onion Soup is the ultimate comfort food, featuring deeply caramelized onions that have been slowly cooked until they are soft, sweet, and rich. The savory beef broth is deglazed with dry white wine, creating a complex, aromatic base that is both hearty and elegant. Topped with a slice of day-old French bread and a generous layer of Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses, the soup is broiled until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a sophisticated starter for a dinner party, this dish balances earthy sweetness with salty, cheesy richness. It is a timeless recipe that brings warmth to any table, requiring patience for the onions but rewarding you with an unforgettable flavor profile that feels homemade and luxurious.

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French Onion Soup #1

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 618.4

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This classic French Onion Soup is the ultimate comfort food, featuring deeply caramelized onions that have been slowly cooked until they are soft, sweet, and rich. The savory beef broth is deglazed with dry white wine, creating a complex, aromatic base that is both hearty and elegant. Topped with a slice of day-old French bread and a generous layer of Gruy&# 195;¨re and Parmesan cheeses, the soup is broiled until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a sophisticated starter for a dinner party, this dish balances earthy sweetness with salty, cheesy richness. It is a timeless recipe that brings warmth to any table, requiring patience for the onions but rewarding you with an unforgettable flavor profile that feels homemade and luxurious.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
  2. Add sliced onions and sugar to the pot.
  3. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes or until onions are tender but not yet colored.
  4. Uncover the pot, increase heat slightly, and continue to cook, stirring regularly, for 10 to 15 minutes until onions reach a rich caramel color.
  5. Watch carefully to ensure onions do not burn.
  6. Stir in flour until well blended with the onions.
  7. Gradually add dry white wine, stirring constantly, until the mixture boils and thickens.
  8. Stir in beef broth and pepper; bring to a boil.
  9. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  10. Ladle soup into six 1-1/2 cup ovenproof bowls.
  11. Top each bowl with a slice of French bread.
  12. Sprinkle Swiss cheese, Parmesan cheese, and paprika over the bread.
  13. Place bowls on a jelly roll pan and broil until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 618.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 49.4g76%
Saturated Fat 30.5g153%
Cholesterol 135.4mg46%
Sodium 163.7mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 4.9g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
Sugars 3.0g
Protein 31.4g63%

* 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

Do not rush the caramelization process; low and slow cooking ensures the onions are sweet and tender rather than bitter.

Use day-old French bread or baguette slices for best texture, as they absorb the broth without becoming too soggy.

Gruyère is traditional, but Swiss or Emmental cheese can be used as substitutes.

Keep a close eye on the soup while broiling to prevent the cheese from burning.

Keywords: french onion soup, caramelized onions, beef broth, gruyere cheese, comfort food, wine deglaze, broiled soup, classic french, dinner party, winter warmer, onion soup, cheese crust, homemade soup
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