Description
Classic French Onion Soup is a heartwarming dish featuring richly caramelized onions, savory broth, and gooey melted cheese. Perfect for cozy nights or special gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1-inch thick rounds
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh tarragon for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown (20-30 minutes).
- Season with salt and pepper. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer; let flavors meld for another 15-20 minutes.
- While the soup simmers, toast the baguette slices until golden brown.
- Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls. Top each bowl with toasted bread and sprinkle generously with Gruyère cheese.
- Preheat your oven to broil at 500°F (260°C). Place bowls on a baking sheet and broil until cheese is bubbly and golden brown (about 5 minutes). Watch closely to prevent burning.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, ensure the broth is vegetable-based.
- Experiment with other cheeses like mozzarella for added stretch or add thyme for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 845mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg