French Onion Soup

French Onion Soup is believed to have originated in ancient Rome, where onions were a staple food. It gained popularity in France during the 18th century and has since become a classic French dish.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 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: 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: 800

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 medium-sized Onions
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Dry white wine
• 6 cups Beef or vegetable broth
• 1 1 Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• to taste Salt
• to taste Black pepper
• 4 sliced French baguette
• as desired grated Gruyere cheese

Instructions

1. Heat butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook until caramelized, about 30 minutes.
2. Add garlic and cook for another 2 minutes.
3. Sprinkle flour over the onions and stir to coat.
4. Pour in the white wine and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
5. Add the broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
6. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
7. Place the sliced baguette on a baking sheet and toast in the oven until golden brown.
8. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls. Top each bowl with a slice of toasted baguette and sprinkle with grated Gruyere cheese.
9. Place the bowls on a baking sheet and broil until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Let the soup rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 15g5%

Sugars 5g

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.