Foolproof Impress Your in Laws Onion Soup
Transform your kitchen into a five-star bistro with this 'Foolproof Impress Your In-Laws Onion Soup' recipe, the ultimate showstopper for any special occasion. This sophisticated yet approachable dish boasts rich, caramelized yellow onions simmered to perfection in a savory blend of dry white wine and beef stock, enhanced with aromatic thyme and bay leaf for depth of flavor. Topped with crispy, oven-toasted baguette slices and oozy, golden-brown Gruyère cheese, each steaming bowl is a masterpiece of comfort and elegance. Perfectly balanced and richly satisfying, this French onion soup is guaranteed to win over even the toughest critics. Whether you're hosting an intimate dinner or looking to dazzle your in-laws, this recipe is foolproof, flavor-packed, and irresistibly indulgent.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 medium yellow onions
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 6 cups beef stock
- 1 piece bay leaf
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme sprigs
- 1 loaf baguette
- 2 cups Gruyère cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the yellow onions into half-moon slices.
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until melted.
Add the sliced onions, salt, and sugar to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 45 minutes, until the onions are deeply caramelized and golden brown. Lower the heat if necessary to avoid burning.
Pour in the dry white wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits. Let it cook for 5 minutes until most of the wine has evaporated.
Add the beef stock, bay leaf, thyme sprigs, and black pepper. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
While the soup simmers, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices and arrange them on a baking sheet.
Toast the baguette slices in the oven for 5-7 minutes per side, until crisp and golden.
Grate the Gruyère cheese and set it aside.
Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprigs from the soup. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Preheat your oven's broiler. Ladle the hot soup into oven-safe bowls and place them on a baking sheet.
Place a toasted baguette slice on top of each bowl of soup, then sprinkle the grated Gruyère cheese generously over the top.
Place the baking sheet under the broiler for 2-4 minutes, watching carefully, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
Carefully remove the bowls from the oven and serve immediately, impressing your guests with this steaming, delectable dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3212 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 173.0 g | 222% | |
| Saturated Fat | 85.8 g | 429% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 414 mg | 138% | |
| Sodium | 11597 mg | 504% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 244.0 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.5 g | ||
| Protein | 138.1 g | 276% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 3106 mg | 239% | |
| Iron | 18.1 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 2548 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
