Grandpa Parker’s French Onion Soup

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

Grandpa Parker's French Onion Soup - A classic and comforting winter soup recipe

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

440

Sugar

Fat

30g

Grandpa Parker's French Onion Soup is a classic French recipe that has been passed down through generations. The soup is a savory and delicious dish that is perfect for warming up on a cold winter night. The caramelized onions give the soup a rich sweetness, while the beef bouillon adds a depth of flavor. The crunchy French bread and melted parmesan cheese on top provide a perfect finishing touch to the soup. This recipe is very easy to make, and is perfect for anyone who enjoys a classic and comforting soup. It is also a great way to use up any leftover bread you may have.

Instructions

1.	In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
2.	Add the sliced onions and stir to coat them in butter.
3.	Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook the onions for 30-40 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are soft and caramelized.
4.	Add the beef bouillon to the saucepan and stir well.
5.	Season the soup with salt, pepper, and a dash of Worcestershire sauce.
6.	Simmer the soup over low heat for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7.	Preheat the broiler.
8.	Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls.
9.	Top each bowl with a slice of French bread and sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese.
10.	Place the bowls under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

Grandpa Parker’s French Onion Soup is a classic comforting soup, perfect for warm winter meals.

The soup is easy and quick to make, and requires only a few ingredients.

CONS

Although the soup is delicious, it can be a bit heavy on the salt and cheese, and may not be suitable for people on low-sodium or low-fat diets.

Additionally, the soup takes about an hour to make, which may be too time-consuming for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Onions are a good source of vitamin C, dietary fiber, and folic acid.
Beef bouillon is also rich in protein. However, this soup is relatively high in sodium and fat due to the use of bouillon and cheese.
In moderation, this soup can be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet.

	5 tablespoons butter
	2 cups onions , sliced
	4 1/2 cups beef bouillon
	salt and pepper
	Worcestershire sauce
	French bread
	parmesan cheese , grated