Lance’s French Onion Soup

French Onion Soup is believed to have originated in ancient Rome, where it was a popular dish among the poor. 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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Lance’s French Onion Soup

Cooking Method: Baking, Simmering Cuisine: French Courses: Appetizer, 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

• 4 medium-sized Yellow onions
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Dry white wine
• 4 cups Beef or vegetable broth
• 2 whole Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme
• 4 sliced Baguette
• 1 grated Gruyere cheese
• to taste Salt
• to taste Black pepper

Instructions

1. Heat butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook until caramelized, stirring occasionally.
2. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
3. Sprinkle flour over the onions and stir well to combine.
4. Pour in the white wine and simmer until it has reduced by half.
5. Add the broth, bay leaves, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
6. While the soup is simmering, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
7. Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven until golden brown.
8. Remove the bay leaves and thyme sprigs from the soup. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls. Top each bowl with a slice of toasted baguette and sprinkle grated Gruyere cheese over the bread.
10. Place the bowls on a baking sheet and broil in the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
11. Allow the soup to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
12. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 10g

Protein 6g12%

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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.