French Onion Soup
French Onion Soup is believed to have originated in ancient Rome, where onions were considered to have medicinal properties.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.
French Onion Soup
Ingredients
Instructions
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Heat butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook until caramelized, about 30 minutes.
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Add garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
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Sprinkle flour over the onions and stir for 1 minute.
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Pour in red wine and cook for 2 minutes, scraping the bottom of the pot.
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Add beef broth, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
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Preheat the broiler. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls.
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Top each bowl with a slice of French baguette and sprinkle with Gruyere cheese.
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Place the bowls under the broiler until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2-3 minutes.
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Let the soup rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 300kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
- Sugars 10g
- Protein 8g16%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
