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French Onion Soup

4 - 6 servings
France Simmering

This soup stands as one of the most beloved choices in restaurants across the USA, renowned for its simplicity and delicious taste. It's incredibly easy to prepare, making it the perfect option for those who haven't ventured much into the world of soups. Whether you're a beginner looking to dip...

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... your toes into homemade soup or a seasoned chef seeking a quick and satisfying meal, this recipe promises to deliver comfort and flavor in every spoonful. Give it a try and discover why it's so popular!

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Chef Tom Chef Tom Founder
February 27, 2024
  • 45 min.
  • 45 min.
  • 1/5
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Ingredients:

Soup:

Optional topping:

* This recipe assumes you are working with a sodium-free broth (a broth with no salt added). If you are working with a broth that includes sodium, adjust the amount of salt based on your preference.

Tools:

Recipes

Best served with:

Large Cheesy Croutons
Rustic Bread or Baguettes
Czech Rolls “Rohliky”

Directions:

1. Sauté onions:

1.1. Preheat a medium pot on high heat with ¼ cup of frying oil and add:

5 medium onions – sliced

Sauté with occasional stirring until glossy (about 4 – 5 minutes).

2. Wine element:

2.1. Lower the heat to medium-high and add:

2 TBSP butter
1 cup of red wine

Cook with constant stirring until the butter dissolves and about half of the wine reduces (about 2 -3 minutes).

3. Finishing phase:

3.1. Add:

4 cups of beef broth
2 cups of water
2 bay leaves
1 TSP of salt
½ TSP of ground pepper

Briefly stir and cover with a lid. Bring it to a simmer (about 195°F) with occasional stirring.

3.2.

Lower the heat to medium and cook for 30 minutes with occasional stirring.

3.3.

Optionally, add water or broth if the liquid evaporates more than it should and then cook for an additional 3 minutes.

3.4.

Remove the bay leaves, taste, and add salt and/or pepper if needed.

4. Plating & serving:

4.1.

Serve with large cheesy croutons (in the soup or on the side).

4.2.

Sprinkle with gruyere or cheddar cheese.

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