French Onion Soup

This French Onion Soup recipe is one of my favorites! It’s easy to make and so delicious. The key to making this soup perfect is to cook the onions slowly until they are a deep golden brown. This gives the soup so much flavor! I also love topping this soup with a piece of crusty bread and some Gruyere cheese. It’s the perfect comfort food on a cold winter day.

Ingredients

• -6 large red or yellow onions, thinly sliced
• -4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• -2 tablespoons butter
• -1 teaspoon sugar
• -Kosher salt
• -2 cloves garlic, minced
• -8 cups beef stock, chicken stock, or combination of the two
• -1/2 cup dry vermouth or dry white wine
• -2 bay leaves
• -1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves OR 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

1. In a 5 to 6 quart pot, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil on medium heat. Add the onions and toss to coat with the olive oil.

2. Cook the onions, stirring often, until they have softened, about 15 to 20 minutes.

3. Increase the heat to medium high. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the butter and cook, stirring often, until the onions start to brown, about 15 more minutes.

4. Sprinkle with sugar (to help with the caramelization) and 1 teaspoon of salt. Continue to cook until the onions are well browned, about 10 to 15 more minutes.

5. Add the minced garlic and cook for a minute more.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 107
• Fat: 11 g
• Saturated fat: 2.5 g
• Cholesterol: 8 mg
• Sodium: 572 mg
• Potassium: 190 mg
• Carbohydrates: 7.6 g
• Fiber: 1.7 g
• Sugar 4.3 g
• Protein: 0.8

FAQs

What makes French onion soup French?

French onion soup is a classic French dish that dates back to the 18th century. The soup gets its name from its two main ingredients: onions and beef broth. It is typically made with caramelized onions, beef broth, white wine, bay leaves and thyme. These ingredients give the soup its distinctively French flavor.

The key to making a good French onion soup is in the onions. They must be properly caramelized in order to bring out their sweetness and create a rich, flavorful broth. This can be a bit of an art form, but once you get the hang of it, it’s not difficult to do at home.

Once the onions are caramelized, they are simmered in beef broth with white wine, bay leaves and thyme. This combination of flavors creates a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for any time of year.

What is the difference between French onion soup and regular onion soup?

Onion soup is a type of soup that uses a variety of onions as its main ingredient. French onion soup, on the other hand, is made with yellow onions and beef stock. Additionally, French onion soup is always served with croutons and cheese.

Is French onion soup for poor people?

Is French onion soup for poor people? The answer may surprise you.

While it is true that French onion soup has humble beginnings, as a peasant dish made from onions and scraps of bread, it has since become a gourmet favorite. Today, French onion soup is typically made with beef stock, white wine, and butter, and garnished with Swiss cheese and french bread. It can be found on the menus of upscale restaurants all over the world.

So no, French onion soup is not just for poor people. Anyone who enjoys good food can appreciate this delicious dish.

Which onions are best for French onion soup?

When it comes to French onion soup, there are three types of onions that you can use – white, yellow or red. However, if you want to make the classic version of this dish, you will need 5-6 large yellow onions that have been peeled and thinly sliced.

As for the butter, it is best to use a variety that is tastier (French) in order to caramelize the onions properly. That said, if you are avoiding dairy products, you can substitute vegan butter or just olive oil instead.