French Onion Soup (Soupe A L’Oignon)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 14

French Onion Soup: A hearty soup full of rich flavors and topped with melted gruyere cheese

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 20 min

Level

Moderate

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

455

Sugar

Fat

28g

French Onion Soup, also known as Soupe A L'Oignon, is a classic French soup that has been a favorite for ages. The soup is made of caramelized onions, beef stock, French bread, and grated gruyere cheese. The soup has a rich and savory flavor, and the cheese and bread on top add a crunchy texture to it. It's the perfect soup to warm up on a cold day or to enjoy on a cozy night in with friends and family. Although it takes some time to prepare, the end result is worth the wait.

Instructions

1.	Thinly slice the onions.
2.	Heat the butter in a soup pot over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté for 20-25 minutes until caramelized.
3.	Add the beef stock and cognac to the onions. Bring to boil over high heat, then lower to medium heat and let simmer for 30 minutes.
4.	Preheat your oven to 350°F/175°C. Cut French bread slices to fit the size of your bowl and toast them in the oven until crispy.
5.	Ladle the soup into an oven-safe bowl and place toasted bread slices on top of it. Sprinkle the grated gruyere cheese over the bread slices
6.	Bake the soup for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7.	Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

French Onion Soup is a classic and hearty soup that is full of rich flavors.
The cheese and bread add an indulgent touch to it.
It’s a perfect comfort food for cold weather.

CONS

The soup can take some time to prepare, mostly due to caramelizing the onions.
It’s a high-calorie soup, and the cheese on top of it adds more calories and fat.
It’s not the best option for those watching their weight or salt intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Onions are a good source of antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory properties. The soup contains bone broth, which is rich in minerals like calcium and magnesium, so it’s good for bone health. The cheese on top is a good source of calcium, but it’s also high in fat.

	1 lb onion , peeled
	2 ounces butter
	2 1/2 - 3 pints beef stock
	4 ounces cognac ( or less )
	8 -12 slices French bread
	4 -6 ounces grated gruyere cheese