Description
A rich and savory Dutch Oven French Onion Soup, perfect for warming up on a chilly day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large onions, thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups beef broth
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 slices of baguette
- 2 cups grated Gruyère cheese
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and sugar, cooking until the onions are caramelized, about 30-40 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the white wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze.
- Add the beef broth and thyme, then bring to a simmer.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven until golden brown.
- Serve the soup in bowls, topping each with a slice of toasted baguette and a generous amount of 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 for extra flavor.
- Make sure to use a good quality cheese for the best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop and Broil
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Dutch Oven French Onion Soup, French Onion Soup, Comfort Food, Soup Recipe