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The Onion Soup

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This classic French-inspired onion soup is the ultimate comfort food, featuring deeply caramelized onions that develop a sweet, savory depth over a slow cook. The broth is enriched with beef stock and red wine, creating a robust and aromatic base. Topped with slices of toasted French bread and a generous layer of melted Gruyère and Parmesan cheese, it offers a perfect contrast of creamy soup and crispy, cheesy crust. Ideal for chilly evenings or as a hearty starter for a dinner party, this soup brings warmth and elegance to any table. It is simple to prepare but rewards patience with incredible flavor.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 10
Calories: 2052.9
Description
This classic French-inspired onion soup is the ultimate comfort food, featuring deeply caramelized onions that develop a sweet, savory depth over a slow cook. The broth is enriched with beef stock and red wine, creating a robust and aromatic base. Topped with slices of toasted French bread and a generous layer of melted Gruyère and Parmesan cheese, it offers a perfect contrast of creamy soup and crispy, cheesy crust. Ideal for chilly evenings or as a hearty starter for a dinner party, this soup brings warmth and elegance to any table. It is simple to prepare but rewards patience with incredible flavor.
Ingredients
  • Butter
  • Olive oil
  • Onions, thinly sliced (5-6 large)
  • Sugar
  • Salt
  • Clove garlic, thinly sliced
  • Flour
  • Beef stock, hot
  • Dry red wine, good quality
  • Red wine vinegar
  • Thyme
  • Bay leaf
  • French bread, sliced in 1-inch croutons
  • Gruyère cheese, diced small
  • Parmesan cheese, fresh grated
  • Butter, melted
Directions
  1. 1
    Melt the butter and olive oil together in a heavy, 4-quart soup pot over low heat.
  2. 2
    Add the sliced onions, cover, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. 3
    Raise the heat to moderate, uncover the pot, and add the sugar and salt.
  4. 4
    Cook for 20 to 30 minutes longer, stirring frequently, until the onions turn a rich mahogany brown.
  5. 5
    Reduce heat to low, add the garlic, and cook for 1 minute.
  6. 6
    Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes to form a roux.
  7. 7
    Remove the pan from heat and blend in 1 cup of hot stock until the flour is completely dissolved.
  8. 8
    Stir in the remaining stock, wine, vinegar, thyme, and pepper, then bring to a boil.
  9. 9
    Lower heat and simmer slowly with the lid slightly ajar for 30 minutes.
  10. 10
    Add the bay leaf for the last 15 minutes of simmering, then discard it before serving.
  11. 11
    Taste the soup and adjust seasonings with salt and pepper as needed.
  12. 12
    Preheat the broiler and smear a bit of butter in the bottom of individual heatproof bowls.
  13. 13
    Place a crouton on the bottom of each bowl and sprinkle generously with Gruyère cheese.
  14. 14
    Ladle the hot soup over the bread and cheese, filling the bowls.
  15. 15
    Float another crouton on top of each serving and sprinkle with more Gruyère and Parmesan.
  16. 16
    Drizzle with a bit of melted butter and place under the broiler for a few minutes.
  17. 17
    Watch carefully until the cheese is crusty and bubbling, then serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 2052.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 116.7g180%
Saturated Fat 53.0g265%
Cholesterol 474.3mg159%
Sodium 5992.8mg250%
Total Carbohydrate 83.6g28%
Dietary Fiber 20.3g82%
Sugars 10.8g
Protein 146.5g293%

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

Keywords: onion soup, french onion soup, gruyere, caramelized onions, comfort food, beef broth, red wine, bread, cheese, broiled, winter soup, appetizer, dinner party, classic, homemade, warm, savory
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