French Onion Soup
Ingredients
- ½ c.salted butter
- 4 largeyellow onions
thinly sliced, or 6 medium
- 1 c.white wine
- 1 qt.low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 qt.beef broth
- 1 ½ tsp.worcestershire sauce
- 2 clovesgarlic
chopped
- 1 tsp.kosher salt
- ½ tsp.black pepper
- 6thick slices of french bread or baguette
- 6 oz.gruyère cheese
grated
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- 2
In a large, heavy soup pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add the onions and cook, covered, for 20 minutes. Place the soup pot into the oven with the lid slightly ajar to ensure the onions will brown. Allow the onions to cook in the oven for 1 hour, stirring once, half way through, so the onions don't stick and burn.
- 3
Remove the pot from oven and place back on the stovetop over medium heat. If the onions aren't yet golden brown, cook for 5 to 10 minutes more, stirring frequently and scraping off all the brown, flavorful bits, until golden.
- 4
Turn off the heat and pour in the wine. Return the heat back to medium. Cook the wine for 5 minutes, allowing it to reduce. Add the broths, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 30 to 45 minutes.
- 5
Preheat the broiler to low. Butter one side of the bread slices and broil for 1 to 2 minutes, allowing the bread to brown and become crispy.
- 6
When the soup is ready, ladle it into oven-proof bowls or ramekins set on a sheet tray. Place the crispy bread on top, then sprinkle generously with the gruyère. Broil until the cheese is melted and bubbly, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve immediately.
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About this Recipe
Seeking that ultimate bowl of comfort, rich with deeply caramelized onions and gooey, bubbly cheese? Ree Drummond's French Onion Soup delivers exactly that, transforming humble ingredients into a luxurious, restaurant-quality meal right in your own kitchen. This isn't just soup; it's an experience.
This recipe stands out by combining the savory depth of two types of broth—chicken and beef—creating an exceptionally complex and robust foundation. Paired with perfectly slow-cooked yellow onions and crowned with a crispy French bread crouton generously smothered in nutty gruyère, it’s a symphony of textures and flavors that feels truly special and utterly comforting.
What can you expect from a bowl of this classic French Onion Soup? You'll experience a deeply savory, slightly sweet soup with the distinct aroma of slowly cooked onions, simmered to perfection. The broth is silky and rich, balanced beautifully by the sharpness and tang of the gruyère cheese. Each spoonful promises a delightful contrast: the tender, sweet onions and luscious broth, followed by the satisfying crunch of the toasted bread, melting into a golden, bubbly blanket of cheese. It’s a hearty, satisfying dish perfect for a cozy evening, with approximately 450 calories per serving.
The recipe's success hinges on its specific combination of ingredients. Using both low-sodium chicken broth and beef broth is crucial for its rich, layered flavor profile. The nutty gruyère cheese is essential for that authentic, bubbling top layer you crave, offering superior melting qualities and a distinctive taste. Be sure to select good quality, thick-sliced French bread or a baguette to achieve that perfect crispy and sturdy crouton.
Ideal for a special date night or an impressive dinner with friends, serve this comforting soup hot, straight from the oven, allowing everyone to enjoy the beautifully melted cheese and perfectly toasted bread right before they dive in.