Bistro-Style Onion Soup

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 14
Bistro-Style Onion Soup Recipe that warms your soul
in Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

1 hr

Ready In

1 hr 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
5 large onions , halved , sliced 1/4-inch thick ( about 7 cups )
2 garlic cloves , minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
5 cups beef broth
1 cup dry white wine
1 cup water
salt
1 pinch dried thyme
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
12 slices French bread , toasted
2 cups grated gruyere or 2 cups swiss cheese
3 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
373
Sugar
6g
Fat
22g
Bistro-Style Onion Soup is the perfect meal to warm your soul on a cold winter day. This French-inspired soup has caramelized onions that are cooked down in butter, creating a rich flavor base for the broth. The addition of thyme, nutmeg, and pepper create a unique blend of flavors that pairs perfectly with the melted cheese on top of the soup. This soup is a great way to elevate a classic and is perfect for lunch, dinner, or anytime in between.

Instructions

1.In a large heavy soup pot over low heat, melt butter and oil.
2.Add onions and garlic, stirring often until they are soft and translucent, takes about 25 minutes.
3.Sprinkle flour over onions and stir well for 3 minutes.
4.Add broth, wine, and water to pot. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil.
5.Reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes. Stir in salt, thyme, nutmeg, and pepper.
6.Preheat broiler. Place a slice of bread on the top of the soup bowls. Add cheese over the bread and sprinkle with parmesan cheese
7.Broil until cheese bubbles and browns.

PROS

French onion soup is filling and full of flavor with the addition of melty cheese.
The broth of the soup also has many health benefits.

CONS

Onion soup can be high in sodium content, which is a con if you are watching your salt intake.

Cooking onions down for 25 minutes may add extra time to your cooking process.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This onion soup contains some great nutrients from the broth including vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.
Onions have anti-inflammatory properties and may help boost your immune system.

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