Description
Warm up with this classic French onion soup, featuring sweet caramelized onions in a savory broth, topped with crispy baguette and gooey melted cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large yellow onions
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cups high-quality vegetable broth
- 1 fresh baguette, sliced into thick pieces
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
Instructions
- 1. Slice the Onions: Thinly slice the onions to resemble translucent ribbons.
- 2. Sauté the Onions: In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the sliced onions and cook until golden brown, about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 3. Add Broth: Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for an additional 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- 4. Toast Baguette Slices: Preheat your oven's broiler (about 500°F or 260°C). Place baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast for about three minutes until crispy but not burnt.
- 5. Serve: Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls, top with toasted baguette slices, sprinkle generously with Gruyère cheese, and broil for about two minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: - For a vegetarian version, ensure the broth is vegetable-based. - Feel free to substitute Gruyère with Swiss cheese if preferred. - Add fresh herbs like thyme during cooking for enhanced flavor.