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French Onion Soup Gratinee

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This classic French Onion Soup Gratinee is the ultimate comfort food, featuring deeply caramelized onions simmered in a savory beef broth with a splash of red wine. The soup is ladled into oven-safe bowls, topped with crisp toasted bread, and smothered in creamy Swiss cheese before being broiled until bubbly and golden. It offers a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and umami flavors, with a luxurious texture that feels both hearty and elegant. Ideal for chilly evenings or a cozy dinner party, this dish transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality experience. The slow-cooking process ensures the onions develop a rich, complex sweetness that forms the backbone of the soup. Serve it straight from the oven for the best melt-in-your-mouth experience.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4
Calories: 651.2
Description
This classic French Onion Soup Gratinee is the ultimate comfort food, featuring deeply caramelized onions simmered in a savory beef broth with a splash of red wine. The soup is ladled into oven-safe bowls, topped with crisp toasted bread, and smothered in creamy Swiss cheese before being broiled until bubbly and golden. It offers a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and umami flavors, with a luxurious texture that feels both hearty and elegant. Ideal for chilly evenings or a cozy dinner party, this dish transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality experience. The slow-cooking process ensures the onions develop a rich, complex sweetness that forms the backbone of the soup. Serve it straight from the oven for the best melt-in-your-mouth experience.
Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup Butter or margarine
  • 3 Large Onions, sliced (4 C)
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon All purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 cup Water
  • 1/2 cup Red wine
  • 2 can Condensed beef broth
  • 8 oz French bread
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese
Directions
  1. 1
    Melt butter in a 4-quart saucepan over medium heat.
  2. 2
    Add sliced onions and sugar; cook and stir frequently for 10 minutes until onions are soft and lightly browned.
  3. 3
    Stir in flour until well blended with the onions and pan juices.
  4. 4
    Gradually add water, red wine, and undiluted condensed beef broth; stir constantly and bring to a boil.
  5. 5
    Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. 6
    While the soup simmers, preheat oven to 325&# 194;°F (165ðC).
  7. 7
    Cut the French bread into four 1-inch thick slices.
  8. 8
    Place bread slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 10 minutes, or until lightly browned.
  9. 9
    Increase oven temperature to 425ðF (220ðC).
  10. 10
    Ladle the hot soup evenly into four oven-safe bowls.
  11. 11
    Place one slice of toasted bread on top of the soup in each bowl.
  12. 12
    Fold a slice of Swiss cheese and place it on top of the bread in each bowl.
  13. 13
    Place the bowls on a baking sheet for stability and bake in the oven for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 651.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 40.4g63%
Saturated Fat 15.3g77%
Cholesterol 156.0mg52%
Sodium 300.5mg13%
Total Carbohydrate 8.5g3%
Dietary Fiber 0.7g3%
Sugars 3.0g
Protein 52.9g106%

* 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

For deeper flavor, substitute water with additional beef broth or use dry red wine for the entire liquid component.

Do not rush the caramelization of the onions; cooking them slowly ensures a sweet, rich base for the soup.

If the soup is too thick, add a little more water or broth during simmering. If too thin, simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes.

Gruyère cheese can be used instead of Swiss for a nuttier flavor profile.

Serve immediately while the cheese is melted and the bread is still crisp.

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