Five-Onion Soup With Scallion and Gruyere Croutons

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Five-Onion Soup With Scallion and Gruyere Croutons perfect for a cozy dinner
in Soup

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 20 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 large yellow onions , chopped
2 red onions , chopped ( as above )
4 shallots , chopped
2 leeks , halved lengthwise and sliced ( white part only )
1 cup scallion , sliced ( white part only , save greens for the croutons )
1 garlic clove , minced
salt & fresh ground pepper , to taste
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups red wine
8 sprigs fresh thyme
1 gallon beef stock ( rich , from beef bones roasted with tomato paste , like Beef Stock Beef Stock by txzuckerbaeckerin )
1 French baguette , sliced into 1/2-inch thick coins
3/4 cup shredded gruyere cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
450
Sugar
8g
Fat
24g
The Five-Onion Soup with Scallion and Gruyere Croutons is a comforting and flavorful meal that is perfect for a cozy dinner. The caramelized onions give the soup a deep and savory flavor, and the scallion and gruyere croutons add a satisfying crunch to every spoonful. This soup is a perfect meal for cold nights or when you need a little extra warmth and comfort. Although the soup preparation requires some time and effort, the delicious results are worth it in the end.

Instructions

1.In a large stock pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2.Add the yellow onions, red onions, shallots, leeks, scallions, and garlic to the pot, season with salt and fresh ground pepper, and cook until the onions are caramelized and deeply browned.
3.deglaze the pot with the red wine and cook until the wine is reduced by half.
4.Add the beef stock and thyme sprigs to the pot, bring to a boil, and then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 to 45 minutes.
5.While the soup is simmering, prepare the croutons. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the baguette slices on the prepared baking sheet and sprinkle with the shredded gruyere cheese. Bake the croutons for 10 to 12 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
6.To serve, ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with a few of the gruyere croutons.

PROS

The Five-Onion Soup is a hearty and filling meal, with the caramelized onions giving the soup a rich and savory flavor profile.
The scallion and gruyere croutons add a satisfying crunch and cheesy goodness to the soup.

CONS

The preparation of this soup is time-consuming, with the caramelization of the onions and the simmering time taking up to an hour.

Some people might not like the strong onion flavor of the soup.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Onions contain antioxidants and compounds that have been linked to reducing the risk of certain types of cancer, improving bone density, and supporting heart health. Beef stock is rich in minerals like calcium and magnesium that support bone health and immune function.
The gruyere cheese in the croutons contains calcium and protein that support bone health and muscle function.

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