Golden Brown French Onion Soup
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of Golden Brown French Onion Soup, a timeless classic elevated with deeply caramelized onions, aromatic herbs, and a luxurious layer of bubbly, golden-brown gruyère cheese. Slowly cooked to perfection, the sweet and savory onions are deglazed with dry white wine before simmering in a robust beef broth infused with fresh thyme and bay leaves. Served in oven-safe bowls, each portion is topped with crisp, olive oil-brushed baguette slices and broiled cheese for a decadent finish. Perfect for cozy evenings, this French Onion Soup is a savory masterpiece ideal for impressing guests or indulging on your own.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 large yellow onions
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 8 cups beef broth
- 2 pieces bay leaves
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 loaf baguette
- 2 cups, shredded gruyère cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the onions into evenly sized half-moons.
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the sliced onions and sprinkle with salt and sugar to encourage caramelization.
Cook the onions over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, for 35-40 minutes until they are golden brown and deeply caramelized.
Deglaze the pot by adding the dry white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom, and simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly reduced.
Add the beef broth, bay leaves, thyme sprigs, and black pepper to the pot. Bring the soup to a gentle simmer and cook for an additional 30 minutes to develop the flavors.
Preheat the oven broiler. While the soup simmers, slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick rounds and brush them lightly with olive oil.
Place the rounds on a baking sheet and toast under the broiler for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
When the soup is ready, remove the bay leaves and thyme sprigs. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls. Place 1-2 toasted baguette slices on top of each bowl and cover generously with shredded gruyère cheese.
Place the bowls under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
Carefully remove the bowls from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve the Golden Brown French Onion Soup immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
503 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.1 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 65 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2016 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.5 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 21.3 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 473 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 508 mg | 11% | |
*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.
