French Onion Soup

French Onion Soup is believed to have originated in ancient Rome, where onions were a common ingredient. It gained popularity in France during the 18th century and is now a classic French dish loved for its rich flavors.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 80 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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French Onion Soup

Cooking Method: Baking, Simmering Cuisine: French Courses: Appetizer, Dinner, Soup Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 1 hr 20 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 large Onions
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 6 cup Beef or vegetable broth
• 1 cup Dry white wine
• 1 piece Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 4 slices Baguette
• 1 cup Gruyere or Swiss cheese
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Slice the onions and mince the garlic.
2. In a large pot, melt the butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, and cook until caramelized, stirring occasionally.
3. Sprinkle flour over the onions and stir well.
4. Pour in the broth and white wine, and add the bay leaf and thyme. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 30 minutes.
5. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the baguette and toast in the oven until crispy.
6. Remove the bay leaf and thyme from the soup. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls. Top each bowl with a slice of toasted baguette and sprinkle with grated cheese.
8. Place the bowls on a baking sheet and broil in the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. 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 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 28g10%

Sugars 10g

Protein 8g16%

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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.