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A bowl of French onion soup topped with melted Gruyère cheese and toasted baguette slices, served in a ceramic crock.

French Onion Soup Recipe


  • Author: Sophia
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This French Onion Soup recipe combines deeply caramelized onions, rich beef broth, toasted baguette slices, and melted Gruyère cheese for the perfect comforting dish.


Ingredients

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  • 6 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 cups beef stock
  • ½ cup dry white wine
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 baguette, sliced and toasted
  • 2 cups grated Gruyère cheese

Instructions

  • Melt butter with olive oil in a pot and add sliced onions.
  • Season with salt and sugar; cook until caramelized (30–40 minutes).
  • Add garlic, then deglaze with white wine.
  • Add beef stock, bay leaf, and thyme; simmer for 20–30 minutes.
  • Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls, top with toasted baguette slices, and Gruyère cheese.
  • Broil until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot!

Notes

  • For vegetarian options, substitute beef stock with vegetable broth.
  • Store soup without bread or cheese to maintain texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop and Broiler
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Calories: 380
  • Sodium: 1200mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: Classic French onion soup, onion soup recipe, homemade French onion soup, easy French onion soup recipe