Vegetarian French Onion Soup Au Vin with Jarlsberg Garlic Toast
Indulge in the comforting depth of flavor with our Vegetarian French Onion Soup Au Vin, a plant-based twist on the classic French favorite. Perfectly caramelized yellow onions are the star of this rich, savory soup, simmered with bold dry red wine and aromatic herbs for an elegant finish. The soup is paired with irresistible Jarlsberg garlic toasts, featuring golden-brown baguette slices rubbed with fresh garlic and crowned with melted, nutty Jarlsberg cheese for a delectable crunch. This recipe is a celebration of slow-cooked flavors and gourmet simplicity, making it the ultimate centerpiece for cozy nights or dinner parties alike. Ready in just over an hour, this soup is sure to impress vegetarians and meat lovers alike while elevating your soup game with every spoonful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 large yellow onions
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 cups dry red wine
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 1 medium baguette
- 2 cups Jarlsberg cheese
- 2 tablespoons parsley (optional, for garnish)
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the onions. Mince one garlic clove and set aside. Reserve the remaining garlic for the Jarlsberg toasts.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Once melted, add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Stir to coat the onions evenly in the fat.
Cook the onions over medium heat, stirring frequently, for 25–30 minutes, or until they are deeply caramelized and golden brown. Be patient—this step is key to building the soup's flavor.
Once the onions are caramelized, stir in the sugar, minced garlic, and red wine. Deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits on the bottom. Allow the wine to cook down for about 5 minutes.
Add the vegetable broth, thyme sprigs, and bay leaf to the pot. Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed. Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaf before serving.
While the soup simmers, prepare the Jarlsberg garlic toasts. Preheat your broiler to high. Slice the baguette into 1-inch-thick rounds. Place the slices on a baking sheet.
Peel the remaining garlic cloves and rub them onto one side of each baguette slice. Then, top each slice with a generous portion of grated Jarlsberg cheese.
Place the tray under the broiler for 1–2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
To serve, ladle the hot soup into bowls. Float 1–2 Jarlsberg garlic toasts on top of each bowl. Garnish with a sprinkle of chopped parsley if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Vegetarian French Onion Soup Au Vin with Jarlsberg Garlic Toast!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3903 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 219.7 g | 282% | |
| Saturated Fat | 114.9 g | 574% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 520 mg | 173% | |
| Sodium | 8017 mg | 349% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 307.3 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.7 g | 131% | |
| Total Sugars | 69.3 g | ||
| Protein | 180.4 g | 361% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 3964 mg | 305% | |
| Iron | 21.3 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 4496 mg | 96% | |
*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.
