Rich Onion Soup
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 medium onions
6 ounces each, sliced into thin rounds
- Pinch salt
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 quart beef broth
not low-sodium
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
Directions
- 1
Heat the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions with a pinch of salt and patiently cook, stirring often, until caramelized, 15-20 minutes. If the pan becomes too dry during cooking, add a splash of water (1-2 tablespoons).
- 2
Add the flour and mix with a wooden spoon for about 1 minute until it starts to brown.
- 3
Add the wine. Mix well. Cook for about 2 minutes until most of the wine evaporates.
- 4
Add the beef broth, black pepper, and dried thyme. Bring to a boil over high heat.
- 5
Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, stirring often, until the soup is noticeably thicker, about 20 minutes. Serve immediately.
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About this Recipe
Craving a bowl of deeply satisfying comfort that warms you from the inside out? This Rich Onion Soup delivers on all fronts, offering a truly flavorful experience perfect for chilly days.
What makes this recipe stand out is its commitment to flavor. By using 4 medium onions and a generous amount of unsalted butter, you're building a foundational sweetness and depth. The addition of dry white wine and robust beef broth then layers on a complex savoriness that makes every spoonful utterly irresistible.
Expect a soup that's wonderfully aromatic and profoundly savory, with a subtle sweetness from the slowly cooked onions. The broth, enriched with flour, achieves a satisfying body, while tender onions melt in your mouth. A delicate whisper of dried thyme and black pepper rounds out the profile, creating a comforting embrace in a bowl. It’s a classic done right, designed to be both hearty and elegant.
Customization & Serving
While this recipe shines with its specified ingredients, you can explore subtle shifts. For the onions, using a mix of yellow and sweet varieties could adjust the overall sweetness. If you're looking for a slightly different savory note, some cooks might blend a small amount of chicken broth with the beef broth, though the all-beef broth is key to its richness. For the wine, ensure it's a dry white that you enjoy drinking, as its flavor concentrates.
This comforting soup is the ideal starter for a cozy dinner or a fulfilling light lunch on its own. Serve it warm on a cold winter day to truly appreciate its rich, soothing qualities.