Description
Experience the warm embrace of this Easy French Onion Soup, featuring caramelized onions, savory broth, and melted cheese atop crusty bread—an ideal comfort dish for chilly nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 cups beef broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
- 6 sprigs fresh thyme
- Salt to taste
- 1 crusty baguette, sliced into thick pieces
- 2 cups shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced onions and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Stir occasionally until they soften and caramelize for about 20-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Pour in the beef broth and add fresh thyme. Bring to a gentle simmer and let flavors meld for about 15 minutes.
- While the soup simmers, toast baguette slices lightly until golden brown to prevent sogginess.
- Ladle hot soup into oven-safe bowls. Top each bowl with toasted baguette slices and generously pile on shredded cheese.
- Place bowls under the broiler for about 5-7 minutes until cheese is bubbling and golden brown. Carefully serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added depth, consider including sautéed mushrooms or a splash of sherry. Adjust seasoning according to your preference before serving.