Description
This Beef Broth French Onion Soup recipe brings out the rich flavors of beef broth, combined with the sweetness of caramelized onions and the savory punch of melted Gruyère, creating a timeless dish that’s sure to satisfy. Enjoy your cooking!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 6 cups of beef broth
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 baguette, sliced into rounds
- 1 1/2 cups grated Gruyère cheese
Instructions
- Caramelize the onions: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions and toss to coat with butter. Sprinkle the sugar over the onions and cook, stirring frequently, until the onions are caramelized to a deep golden brown, about 30-40 minutes.
- Add garlic and flour: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir to combine. Cook for 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Deglaze and simmer: Pour in the white wine (if using) and beef broth, then add the bay leaf and thyme. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and simmer gently for 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prepare the bread and cheese: Preheat your broiler. Place baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast under the broiler until lightly browned on both sides. Remove from oven and sprinkle a generous amount of Gruyère cheese on each slice, then broil again until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and top each with one or two cheesy baguette slices.
Notes
- Wine Alternatives: If you prefer not to use wine, simply skip this step. The soup will still be delicious!
- Cheese Options: If Gruyère is not available, you can use Swiss or another good melting cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: This recipe serves 6
- Calories: Approximately 300 calories per serving (calories can vary based on specific ingredients used).
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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