Description
Warm up with this authentic French onion soup, a cozy and comforting classic packed with rich caramelized onions, savory beef broth, and gooey melted cheese over crusty bread. This easy dinner idea is perfect for chilly nights, offering a restaurant-quality dish right at home. Whether you’re looking for comforting food ideas, a hearty soup recipe, or an impressive starter, this easy recipe delivers deep flavor with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
4 large onions
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic
1/2 cup dry white wine
6 cups beef broth
1 teaspoon thyme
1 baguette
1 1/2 cups Gruyère cheese
Instructions
1. Slice the onions thinly.
2. Heat butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and add onions.
3. Cook onions slowly, stirring often, until deeply caramelized.
4. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
5. Pour in white wine and deglaze the pot.
6. Add beef broth and thyme, then simmer for 25 minutes.
7. Toast baguette slices until crisp.
8. Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls, top with bread and cheese.
9. Broil until cheese is melted and golden.
Notes
Use low heat when caramelizing onions for best flavor.
Gruyère cheese melts best and gives authentic taste.
Always broil just before serving for perfect texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop & Broil
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: easy dinner, comfort food, soup recipe, French onion soup, cozy meals