Description
Warm and comforting, this Crockpot French Onion Soup features caramelized onions and gooey cheese, creating a delightful dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 medium Yellow Onions
- 4 cups Beef Broth (low-sodium preferred)
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 2–3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 1 Bay Leaf
- Baguette slices (for topping)
- 1 cup Gruyère Cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- Prepare the Onions: Peel and thinly slice the yellow onions.
- Caramelize the Onions: In a pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add sliced onions and stir frequently until golden brown and caramelized, about 20-30 minutes.
- Add Garlic and Herbs: Once onions are caramelized, add minced garlic, thyme, and the bay leaf. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Combine in the Crockpot: Transfer the caramelized onions to your crockpot. Pour in beef broth and stir to combine.
- Cook the Soup: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Serve with Cheese Toast: Ladle soup into bowls, top with baguette slices, sprinkle generously with Gruyère cheese, and place under the broiler until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, consider adding fresh rosemary along with thyme. - You can substitute Gruyère with mozzarella or fontina cheese based on your preference. - Toasting the bread before adding it to the soup helps prevent sogginess.