Guiness French Onion Soup

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 4
Guinness French Onion Soup Recipe for a Cozy Night In
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Prep

15 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

1 hr 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

10 sweet onions ( like Vidalias ) or 10 a combination of sweet and red onions
3 tablespoons butter
kosher salt
2 cups Guinness stout
10 ounces beef broth
10 ounces chicken broth
10 ounces apple cider ( unfiltered is best )
fresh thyme sprig , bay leaf and parsley
1 loaf country bread
ground black pepper
1 cup grated gruyere cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
548
Sugar
15g
Fat
29g
French onion soup is a classic, hearty soup that is perfect for a cozy night in. This Guinness French Onion Soup is a delicious spin on the traditional recipe, imbuing the soup with a rich, deep flavor that comes from the addition of Guinness beer to the broth. The onions are caramelized to create a sweet and savory flavor, while fresh herbs like thyme and parsley lend a fragrant note to the soup. The soup is finished off with a topping of melted gruyere cheese and toasted bread, creating a deliciously satisfying dish that is perfect for a chilly night.

Instructions

1.Slice onions thinly.
2.Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
3.Add onions and sprinkle with salt. Cook for 20 minutes until the onions are caramelized.
4.Add Guinness and cook for 5 minutes until the liquid has reduced by half.
5.Add beef broth, chicken broth, apple cider, thyme, bay leaf, parsley, and black pepper.
6.Bring to a boil, then simmer for 30 minutes.
7.Preheat your broiler.
8.Slice bread into rounds and toast in the oven under broiler for 2-3 minutes.
9.Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls and place a toasted bread round on top of each bowl.
10.Sprinkle grated gruyere cheese over the toast.
11.Broil until cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

The combination of Guinness, beef, chicken, and apple cider broth creates a deep, complex flavor profile in this French onion soup.

The topping of melted gruyere cheese and toasted bread adds a satisfying crunch to the silky soup.

CONS

This recipe takes some time to prepare, with a total cooking time of one hour and 15 minutes.

It also calls for a substantial amount of butter and cheese, making it high in both calories and fat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not particularly healthy, this soup does offer some potential health benefits.
The broth contains collagen, which can help improve skin health, joint pain, and gut health.
The onions used in the recipe are also a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants.

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