French Onion Soup – Alton Brown

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 4
Classic French Onion Soup recipe by Alton Brown
in Soup

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hr 45 min

Ready In

2 hr 5 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
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups white wine
10 ounces canned beef consomme
10 ounces chicken broth
10 ounces apple cider ( unfiltered is best )
bouquet garni , thyme sprigs , bay leaf and parsley
1 loaf country bread
kosher salt
ground black pepper
1 dash cognac ( optional )
1 cup fontina or 1 cup gruyere cheese , grated

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
452
Sugar
8g
Fat
21g
French Onion Soup is a staple in French cuisine and is often served as a starter at bistros and cafes. It is a simple dish made of caramelized onions, beef broth, and bread topped with cheese. The recipe has evolved over time, and in this version by Alton Brown, he calls for the addition of white wine and apple cider to give the soup a unique flavor. It is a hearty and delicious soup that is perfect to warm up to on a cold winter day. The soup can be made in advance and reheated when ready to serve. It is a great way to use up leftover bread and is a crowd-pleaser at parties and gatherings.

Instructions

1.Thinly slice the onions and place them in a 5-quart Dutch oven over medium heat along with the butter and salt.
2.Cook the onions for 45 minutes to an hour, stirring occasionally until they are caramelized, deep brown and sweet.
3.Pour in the white wine, scraping the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon and let it simmer for a few minutes.
4.Add the beef consomme, chicken broth, apple cider, and bouquet garni. Bring to a simmer, and cook for another 45 minutes to an hour.
5.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
6.Cut the loaf of bread into 1-inch slices and toast them on a baking sheet in the oven until they are crisp. Set aside and keep warm.
7.Discard the bouquet garni from the soup and season to taste with salt, pepper, and cognac (if using).
8.Ladle the soup into individual bowls and place a slice of toasted bread on top of the soup. Sprinkle with the grated cheese.
9.Broil the soup on the top rack of the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This French Onion Soup recipe is the perfect comfort food on a chilly day.

It is easy to make and full of flavor.

The combination of sweet onions, apple cider and white wine gives it a unique and delicious taste.

CONS

This soup can be high in sodium due to the canned beef consomme and chicken broth.

The bread and cheese add calories and fat to the soup.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Onions are low in calories and high in antioxidants, vitamins C and B6, and dietary fiber.
They may help reduce the risk of cancer, support bone health, lower high blood pressure, and improve heart health.

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