Belgian Onion Soup

Belgian Onion Soup is a classic dish in Belgian cuisine, known for its rich flavors and comforting qualities. It is often enjoyed as a traditional lunch or dinner option in Belgium.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Belgian Onion Soup

Cooking Method: Simmering Cuisine: Belgian Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Soup Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 25 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Onions
• 50 gram Butter
• 30 gram Flour
• 4 cup Beef or vegetable broth
• 1 cup White wine
• 2 piece Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 100 gram Gruyere cheese
• 4 piece Baguette slices

Instructions

1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook until caramelized.
2. Sprinkle flour over the onions and stir well.
3. Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for a few minutes.
4. Add the broth, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes.
5. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
6. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls. Top each bowl with a slice of baguette and sprinkle with grated Gruyere cheese.
7. Place the bowls on a baking sheet and bake in the oven for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Let the soup rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 10g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.