Simple Microwave French Onion Soup
Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of French onion soup—made faster and easier than ever with this Simple Microwave French Onion Soup recipe! Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe takes just 25 minutes from start to finish and uses the convenience of a microwave to caramelize sweet yellow onions to golden perfection. Enhanced with beef broth, a hint of optional dry white wine, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce, this soup delivers classic depth and aroma without the fuss of stovetop cooking. A slice of toasted French baguette and a gooey layer of melted Gruyère or Swiss cheese add the perfect finishing touch, making this dish feel indulgent yet effortless. Whether you're a beginner in the kitchen or simply craving a quick comfort meal, this microwavable French onion soup recipe promises restaurant-quality results in the comfort of your home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 medium Yellow onions
- 2.5 cups Beef broth
- 0.25 cups Dry white wine (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoons Dried thyme
- 4 slices French baguette
- 0.5 cups Gruyère or Swiss cheese
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the yellow onions.
Place the butter in a large, microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 30-45 seconds until the butter is melted.
Add the sliced onions to the bowl, tossing to coat them in the melted butter. Cover the bowl with microwave-safe plastic wrap or a plate, leaving a small vent for steam.
Microwave on high for 8-10 minutes, stopping to stir every 2-3 minutes, until the onions are soft, golden, and caramelized.
Stir in the beef broth, dry white wine (if using), Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cover the bowl again, leaving a small vent for steam.
Microwave on high for 4-5 minutes or until the soup is hot and flavors have melded together.
While the soup is heating, toast the baguette slices in a toaster or under a broiler until lightly golden.
Ladle the hot soup into microwave-safe serving bowls. Top each bowl with a toasted baguette slice and sprinkle generously with Gruyère or Swiss cheese.
Place each bowl back in the microwave and heat on high for 30-45 seconds, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Alternatively, broil the bowls in an oven-safe dish until the cheese is golden and melted.
Serve immediately, being careful as the bowls will be hot. Enjoy your quick and delicious French onion soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1080 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 62.2 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.2 g | 176% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 5632 mg | 245% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.5 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.9 g | ||
| Protein | 50.5 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1123 mg | 86% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 941 mg | 20% | |
*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.
