Indulge in the classic French delicacy, onion soup, a symphony of flavors that warms the soul on chilly days. This hearty soup boasts a rich, caramelized onion broth, generously topped with a golden-brown crouton and a blanket of melted cheese. The key to a remarkable onion soup lies in the perfect balance of sweet and savory notes, achieved through patient caramelization of onions, typically using yellow or white varieties. Our collection of recipes offers a range of interpretations, from traditional to modern twists, ensuring that every palate finds its perfect match. Dive into the comforting embrace of classic French onion soup or explore innovative variations like the white onion soup with a touch of white wine, the hearty beef broth-based onion soup, or the vegetarian delight of caramelized onion soup with a medley of roasted vegetables. Whichever recipe you choose, prepare to be captivated by the harmonious blend of caramelized onions, savory broth, and melted cheese, all coming together in a culinary masterpiece.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ONION CHEESE SOUP
I made a few adjustments to this savory soup recipe I came across in a community cookbook. It's rich, buttery and cheesy, plus it's so quick to prepare. -Janice Pogozelski, Cleveland, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute the onion in butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Stir in cheese until melted. Serve with croutons and; if desired, top with Parmesan cheese and minced chives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 22g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 540mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
RICH AND SIMPLE FRENCH ONION SOUP
We have been trying French onion soup in restaurants for years and my family and friends agree none can compare to my recipe for taste and simplicity of preparation.
Provided by Lori Levin
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Onion Soup Recipes French Onion Soup Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Melt butter with olive oil in an 8 quart stock pot on medium heat. Add onions and continually stir until tender and translucent. Do not brown the onions.
- Add beef broth, sherry and thyme. Season with salt and pepper, and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Heat the oven broiler.
- Ladle soup into oven safe serving bowls and place one slice of bread on top of each (bread may be broken into pieces if you prefer). Layer each slice of bread with a slice of provolone, 1/2 slice diced Swiss and 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese. Place bowls on cookie sheet and broil in the preheated oven until cheese bubbles and browns slightly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 585.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Cholesterol 98 mg, Fat 43.9 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 24.2 g, Sodium 1578.3 mg, Sugar 6 g
THE BEST FRENCH ONION SOUP
This traditional French Onion Soup recipe has a rich, decadent broth loaded with caramelized onions and topped with everyone's favorite part: the toasted bread and melty cheese.
Provided by Heidi
Categories Soup
Time 2h30m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large stock pot or dutch oven, melt the butter and canola oil together over high heat and add the onions. Sauté, stirring occasionally until they start to caramelize, about 15 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium high and continue to sauté until the onions are a deep brown color, about 1 hour.
- Deglaze with the sherry and red wine and cook until the liquid is nearly evaporated.
- Stir in the tomato paste and garlic purée. Add the bouquet garni, chicken stock, and beef base and bring to a simmer and cook for 45 minutes.
- Skim the butter fat/foamy liquid from the top, and discard. Taste for seasoning and add salt or pepper as desired. Remove the bouquet garni.
- Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls and top with 2-3 slices of the baguette, then top with a slice of provolone cheese and grated gruyere if desired. Place the bowls on a baking sheet and broil for 3-4 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 622 kcal, Carbohydrate 61 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 30 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Cholesterol 58 mg, Sodium 1014 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 20 g, ServingSize 1 serving
FRENCH ONION SOUP
Steps:
- Trim the ends off each onion then halve lengthwise. Remove peel and finely slice into half-moon shapes. Set electric skillet to 300 degrees and add butter. Once butter has melted add a layer of onions and sprinkle with a little salt. Repeat layering onions and salt until all onions are in the skillet. Do not try stirring until onions have sweated down for 15 to 20 minutes. After that, stir occasionally until onions are dark mahogany and reduced to approximately 2 cups. This should take 45 minutes to 1 hour. Do not worry about burning.
- Add enough wine to cover the onions and turn heat to high, reducing the wine to a syrup consistency. Add consomme, chicken broth, apple cider and bouquet garni. Reduce heat and simmer 15 to 20 minutes.
- Place oven rack in top 1/3 of oven and heat broiler.
- Cut country bread in rounds large enough to fit mouth of oven safe soup crocks. Place the slices on a baking sheet and place under broiler for 1 minute.
- Season soup mixture with salt, pepper and cognac. Remove bouquet garni and ladle soup into crocks leaving one inch to the lip. Place bread round, toasted side down, on top of soup and top with grated cheese. Broil until cheese is bubbly and golden, 1 to 2 minutes.
RED ONION SOUP WITH CHEESE TOASTS
Onion soup is an excellent antidote to blustery, cold weather. Jacques Pépin showed me his way when I first met him years ago in California. His admonishments: Don't overcrowd the pan or the onions won't brown. Keep the heat high but not too high, so the onions don't cook too fast and burn. Be generous with the salt and pepper. Bay leaf and thyme are essential, everything else is negotiable. A little red wine is nice, a splash of Cognac couldn't hurt. A welcome all-purpose remedy, especially at this time of year.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories weekday, soups and stews, appetizer, main course
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Set 2 large, wide skillets over medium-high heat. When pans are hot, add 1 tablespoon oil and a large handful of sliced onions to each pan. Season onions with salt and pepper, then sauté, stirring occasionally, until they are a ruddy dark brown, about 10 minutes
- Transfer onions to soup pot and return pans to stove. Pour 1/2 cup water into each pan to deglaze it, scraping with a wooden spoon to dissolve any brown bits. Pour deglazing liquid into soup pot. Wipe pans clean with paper towel and begin again with more oil and sliced onions. Continue until all onions are used. Don't crowd pans or onions won't brown sufficiently.
- Place soup pot over high heat. Add wine, bay leaves, thyme bunch and garlic. Simmer rapidly for 5 minutes, then add 8 cups water and return to boil. Turn heat down to maintain a gentle simmer. Add 2 teaspoons salt. Cook for 45 minutes. Skim off any surface fat, taste and adjust seasoning. (May be prepared to this point up to 2 days in advance.)
- To serve, add brandy to soup, if using, and simmer 5 minutes. Remove the thyme. Make the cheese toasts: Heat broiler. Place toasted bread on baking sheet. Mix grated cheese with chopped thyme and sage, along with a generous amount of pepper. Heap about 1 ounce of cheese mixture on each toast. Broil until cheese bubbles and browns slightly. Ladle soup into wide bowls and top with toast.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 372, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 779 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CREAM OF ONION AND CHEESE SOUP
Make and share this Cream of Onion and Cheese Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mimi Bobeck
Categories Winter
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt the butter in pan and add the diced onions.
- Cook until brown.
- Add flour, stirring constantly.
- Add milk (a little at a time), stirring constantly.
- When soup is hot and thickened, add cheese and stir until it's all combined.
- Season with salt, pepper, paprika and serve.
FRENCH ONION SOUP WITH PROVOLONE
I adapted a basic recipe to copy the onion soup served at my favorite restaurant. No matter what my entree, I always ordered the soup. Now I can make it at home. It's a meal in itself or an impressive beginning to a full-course meal. -Barbara Brunner, Steelton, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h5m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute onions and sugar in 3 tablespoons butter until golden brown. Stir in the flour, pepper and nutmeg until blended. Gradually stir in broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Stir in the Parmesan cheese. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt remaining butter; add bread. Cook until golden brown on both sides. Ladle soup into 2 ovenproof bowls. Place a slice of cheese in each bowl; top with bread and remaining cheese. Bake at 375° until the cheese is bubbly, about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 633 calories, Fat 47g fat (30g saturated fat), Cholesterol 131mg cholesterol, Sodium 1472mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
THREE-CHEESE FRENCH ONION SOUP
This satisfying soup is fantastic any autumn or winter day. The blend of Swiss, Parmesan and mozzarella gives it a richness onion soup lovers will enjoy. -Gina Berry, Chanhassen, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 7 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, saute onions in butter until tender. Add the broth, water, soup mix, pepper, Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes., Meanwhile, place bread slices on an ungreased baking sheet. Sprinkle with Swiss and mozzarella cheeses. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted. , Ladle soup into serving bowls; top each with a toast slice. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 1120mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right cheese: Gruyère is the classic cheese for onion soup, but you can also use a combination of Gruyère and Swiss or Emmental. For a richer flavor, use a sharp or aged cheese.
- Use a good quality beef broth: The broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good quality broth. You can use canned or homemade beef broth, but be sure to choose one that is low in sodium.
- Caramelize the onions: Caramelizing the onions brings out their sweetness and adds a delicious flavor to the soup. Be patient and cook the onions over low heat until they are golden brown.
- Don't crowd the pan: When you're cooking the onions, don't crowd them in the pan. This will prevent them from caramelizing properly.
- Use a good quality bread: The bread is an important part of onion soup. Choose a hearty bread that can stand up to the soup.
- Top the soup with grated cheese: Before serving, top the soup with grated cheese. This will give the soup a beautiful golden brown crust.
Conclusion:
Onion soup is a classic French dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like your soup rich and cheesy or light and flavorful, there's an onion soup recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a comforting and delicious meal, give onion soup a try.
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