Description
A simple and delicious recipe for French Onion Soup made without wine, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large onions, thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 8 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 slices of baguette
- 2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and sugar, cooking until the onions are caramelized, about 30 minutes.
- Stir in the thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Add the beef broth and bring to a simmer for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven until golden brown.
- To serve, ladle the soup into bowls, top with toasted baguette slices, and sprinkle with Gruyère cheese.
- Broil the bowls in the oven until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute beef broth with vegetable broth.
- Feel free to add additional herbs like bay leaves or rosemary for extra flavor.
- Make sure to use a good quality cheese for the best taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: French Onion Soup, Soup Recipe, Comfort Food, Easy Recipe