Oh So Good French Onion Soup
Warm up your soul with the decadent comfort of "Oh So Good French Onion Soup," an irresistible classic perfect for chilly evenings or a cozy dinner at home. This recipe takes traditional French onion soup to the next level with layers of deeply caramelized onions, a splash of dry white wine for a subtle tang, and a richly seasoned beef broth infused with aromatic thyme and bay leaf. The magic truly happens in the final step: golden toasted baguette slices are crowned with a generous blend of Gruyere and Parmesan cheeses, then broiled to bubbly perfection atop each steaming bowl of soup. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor in the comfort of your kitchen. Serve it hot and savor every spoonful of cheesy, savory goodness! Perfect for fans of hearty soups and gourmet comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 6 medium Yellow onions (thinly sliced)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 cup Dry white wine
- 6 cups Beef broth
- 1 Bay leaf
- 1 Fresh thyme (sprig)
- 8 slices Baguette (sliced into 1-inch thick rounds)
- 1.5 cups Gruyere cheese (shredded)
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
Instructions
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the sliced onions and sprinkle with salt and sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 25-30 minutes until the onions are deeply golden, caramelized, and soft. Lower the heat if necessary to avoid burning.
Once the onions are caramelized, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Deglaze the pot by adding the dry white wine. Stir and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Simmer for 5 minutes until the wine reduces slightly.
Add the beef broth, bay leaf, and thyme sprig to the pot. Bring the soup to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprig before serving.
Meanwhile, preheat your broiler. Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast under the broiler for 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown. Watch closely to avoid burning.
Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls. Place one or two toasted baguette slices on top of each bowl, and generously sprinkle with shredded Gruyere and grated Parmesan cheeses.
Place the bowls on a baking sheet and broil for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown. Carefully remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Serve the French Onion Soup hot and enjoy the rich, cheesy goodness with every spoonful!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3139 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 171.5 g | 220% | |
| Saturated Fat | 86.3 g | 431% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 399 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 11143 mg | 484% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 222.5 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.6 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.7 g | ||
| Protein | 144.5 g | 289% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 3219 mg | 248% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 2768 mg | 59% | |
*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.
