Best 10 French Onion Soup Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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Indulge in the classic French delicacy that is French onion soup, a symphony of caramelized onions bathed in rich beef broth, topped with a golden-brown crouton and melted cheese. This hearty and flavorful soup is a true culinary delight, perfect for chilly evenings or as a comforting meal any time of the year. Our collection of French onion soup recipes offers a variety of options to suit every taste, from the traditional version to modern twists that add a unique flair to this timeless dish. Whether you prefer a classic beef broth-based soup or a vegetarian version made with vegetable broth, our recipes have you covered. Some recipes also include additional ingredients like mushrooms, bacon, or white wine for an extra layer of flavor and complexity.

In this article, you'll find detailed instructions for each recipe, ensuring that you can recreate this French bistro staple in the comfort of your own kitchen. We'll guide you through the process of caramelizing onions to perfection, creating a flavorful broth, and assembling the soup with crispy croutons and melted cheese. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner looking to impress your dinner guests, our recipes provide all the information you need to make a delicious and satisfying French onion soup that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Paris. So, grab your ingredients and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the timeless flavors of this iconic soup.

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FRENCH ONION SOUP



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My seven-year-old daughter Heather and I enjoy spending time together cooking, but our days are busy, so we appreciate quick and tasty recipes like this one. Hot and delicious, this soup hits the spot for lunch or dinner. -Sandra Chambers, Carthage, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups thinly sliced onions
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup butter
6 cups water
8 beef bouillon cubes
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
6 slices French bread (3/4 inch thick), buttered and toasted
6 slices Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • In a large covered saucepan, cook onions and garlic in butter over medium-low heat for 8-10 minutes or until tender and golden, stirring occasionally. Add water, bouillon and Worcestershire sauce; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. , Ladle hot soup into six ovenproof bowls. Top each with a piece of French bread. Cut each slice of cheese in half and place over the bread. Broil until cheese melts. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 15g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 1387mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

TASTY FRENCH ONION SOUP



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When my husband asked me to make this soup for a dinner at church, I prepared a huge pot and counted on having some left for us. But he came home with an empty pan and many requests for the recipe!-Lise Thomson, Magrath, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups thinly sliced onions
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup canola oil
6 cups beef broth
8 slices French bread (3/4 inch thick), toasted
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan or Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute the onions, sugar and pepper in oil until onions are softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes or until onions are a deep golden brown. Add broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. , Ladle soup into ovenproof bowls. Top each with a slice of French bread; sprinkle with cheese. Broil 4-6 in. from heat until cheese is melted. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 1092mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

FRENCH ONION SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: olive oil, butter, yellow onion, salt, sugar, flour, beef stock, white wine, ground sage, whole bay leaf, french bread, cognac, swiss cheese, pepper, parmesan cheese

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
6 cups yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon sugar
3 tablespoons flour
6 cups beef stock
1 cup white wine
½ teaspoon ground sage
1 leaf whole bay leaf
1 loaf french bread, or baguette
3 tablespoons cognac, optional
12 oz swiss cheese, grated
pepper, to taste
4 oz parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium-low heat, heat olive oil and add butter. Once the butter is melted, stir the onions and coat with oil and butter.
  • Cover and cook for 20 minutes, checking occasionally.
  • Turn up the heat to medium-high. Add ½ tsp salt and sugar. Stir and keep cooking until onions are brown and caramelized. (the bottom of the pan will develop some browning, it's very important!)
  • Stir in flour one tablespoon at a time and cook for about 30 seconds.
  • Preheat Oven To 325˚F (160˚C).
  • Add 1 cup (235 ml) of the beef broth. Use a whisk to scrape up (deglaze) the browned bits stuck on the bottom of the pan.
  • Add the remaining five cups of beef stock, wine, sage and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 40 minutes.
  • In the meantime, cut the french bread or baguette into ½ inch (10 mm) thick pieces. Brush with oil on both sides and bake at 325˚F (160˚C) for 30 minutes, flipping halfway. Once they are done, increase oven temperature to 350˚F (175˚C).
  • Add optional ingredients.
  • In an oven safe bowl, pour the onion soup, filling about ¾ of the way full. Top with a piece of baked french bread, and generously sprinkle swiss and parmesan on top.
  • Bake for two to three minutes or until the cheese has melted completely and become slightly golden.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1549 calories, Carbohydrate 167 grams, Fat 64 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 45 grams, Sugar 38 grams

CLASSIC FRENCH ONION SOUP



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Enjoy my signature French onion soup the way my granddaughter Becky does: I make onion soup for her in a crock bowl, complete with garlic croutons and gobs of melted Swiss cheese on top. -Lou Sansevero, Ferron, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 2h15m

Yield 12 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon butter
8 cups thinly sliced onions (about 3 pounds)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup port wine
2 cartons (32 ounces each) beef broth
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
24 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick)
2 large garlic cloves, peeled and halved
3/4 cup shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons oil and butter over medium heat. Add onions; cook and stir until softened, 10-13 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, until deep golden brown, 30-40 minutes. Add minced garlic; cook 2 minutes longer., Stir in wine. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half. Add broth, pepper and salt; return to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, for 1 hour. , Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400°. Place baguette slices on a baking sheet; brush both sides with remaining 3 tablespoons oil. Bake until toasted, 3-5 minutes on each side. Rub toasts with halved garlic. , To serve, place twelve 8-oz. broiler-safe bowls or ramekins on baking sheets; place 2 toasts in each. Ladle with soup; top with cheese. Broil 4 in. from heat until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 773mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

RICH AND SIMPLE FRENCH ONION SOUP



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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

½ cup unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cups sliced onions
4 (10.5 ounce) cans beef broth
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
4 slices French bread
4 slices provolone cheese
2 slices Swiss cheese, diced
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

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

SLOW-COOKED FRENCH ONION SOUP



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My husband and I love French onion soup, so I wondered if I could turn it into a less labor-intensive dish by altering my recipe to work in a slow cooker. The rich, cheesy result was an instant winner at home. -Ronda Eagle, Goose Creek, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 7h30m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons butter, cubed
2 large sweet onions, halved and thinly sliced
1 large red onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed beef broth, undiluted
3 cups water
3/4 cup white wine or regular-strength beef broth
2 fresh thyme sprigs
1 fresh parsley sprig, optional
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
16 slices French bread (1/4 inch thick)
3/4 cup shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • Place butter in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Top with sweet and red onions; sprinkle with pepper. Cook, covered, on low until onions are tender, 5-6 hours., Stir in broth, water, wine, herbs and Worcestershire sauce. Cook, covered, on low until flavors are blended, 2-3 hours. Remove herb sprigs and bay leaf., To serve, preheat broiler. Place bread on a baking sheet; broil 4 in. from heat until lightly toasted, 1-2 minutes per side. Top bread with cheese; broil until cheese is melted, 1-2 minutes. Divide soup among eight bowls; top with cheese toasts and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 706mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

FAVORITE FRENCH ONION SOUP



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I love French onion soup so I came up with this rich recipe that's easy enough to whip up on a work night or serve as an elegant first course. -Jennifer Miller, Smyrna, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large sweet onion, cut into 1/2-inch rings
1 large Spanish onion, cut into 1/2-inch rings
1 large red onion, cut into 1/2-inch rings
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons herbes de Provence
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup sherry or beef broth
1/4 cup dry red wine or beef broth
1 carton (32 ounces) beef broth
6 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick)
2 cups shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute the onions, sugar, thyme, herbes de provence, salt and pepper in oil; cook over medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring frequently., Add sherry and wine, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Gradually stir in broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally., Place bread slices on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes on each side or until lightly browned., Ladle soup into ovenproof bowls. Top each with a slice of toast; sprinkle with cheese. Place bowls on a baking sheet. Broil 2-3 minutes longer or until cheese is golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 19g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 1065mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

FRENCH ONION SOUP



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Our French onion soup is deliciously rich and easy to make at home. This savoury soup is perfect for using up a garden glut and great for dinner parties

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Lunch, Main course

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

50g butter
1 tbsp olive oil
1kg onions, halved and thinly sliced
1 tsp sugar
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 tbsp plain flour
250ml dry white wine
1.3l hot strongly-flavoured beef stock
4-8 slices baguette (depending on size)
140g gruyère, finely grated

Steps:

  • Melt the butter with the olive oil in a large heavy-based pan. Add the onions and fry with the lid on for 10 mins until soft.
  • Sprinkle in the sugar and cook for 20 mins more, stirring frequently, until caramelised. The onions should be really golden, full of flavour and soft when pinched between your fingers. Take care towards the end to ensure that they don't burn.
  • Add the garlic cloves for the final few minutes of the onions' cooking time, then sprinkle in the plain flour and stir well.
  • Increase the heat and keep stirring as you gradually add the wine, followed by the beef stock. Cover and simmer for 15-20 mins.
  • To serve, turn on the grill, and toast the bread. Ladle the soup into heatproof bowls.
  • Put a slice or two of toast on top of the bowls of soup, and pile on the gruyère. Grill until melted. Alternatively, you can cook the toasts under the grill, then add them to the soup to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 618 calories, Fat 27 grams fat, SaturatedFat 14 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 59 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 17 grams sugar, Fiber 9 grams fiber, Protein 26 grams protein, Sodium 2.6 milligram of sodium

SLOW-COOKER RUSTIC FRENCH ONION SOUP



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Enjoy this delicious French onion soup made using Progresso® beef-flavored broth - a tasty dinner recipe.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 9h35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 cups thinly sliced onions (6 large)
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
5 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3/4 cup dry sherry
1/4 cup water
1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ beef-flavored broth (4 cups)
20 slices (1/2 inch thick) baguette (about 10 oz)
6 oz Gruyère cheese, shredded (1 1/2 cups)
Fresh thyme leaves, if desired

Steps:

  • Spray 6- to 7-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, place onions, butter, salt, pepper and dried thyme. In medium bowl, mix flour, sherry and water with wire whisk until blended. Stir into onion mixture.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 9 to 10 hours or until onions are softened and deep brown.
  • Stir broth into slow cooker. Increase heat setting to High. Cover; cook 10 minutes or until hot.
  • Meanwhile, set oven control to broil. Line cookie sheet with foil. Arrange baguette slices in single layer on cookie sheet. Broil with tops 3 inches from heat 2 minutes, turning once, until lightly browned. Sprinkle cheese evenly over slices; broil 1 minute longer or until cheese is bubbly. Top each bowl of soup with 2 cheese toasts. Sprinkle with fresh thyme.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 36 g, Fat 2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 890 mg

EASY FRENCH ONION SOUP



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This soup is simple to make after work. My husband thinks it is as good if not better than any we've ever had in a restaurant.

Provided by Elizabeth Fullerton

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (14 ounce) cans beef broth
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can beef consomme
2 large onions, sliced 1/4-inch thick
2 tablespoons butter
2 pressed garlic cloves
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
1 cup shredded swiss cheese
4 slices toasted French bread

Steps:

  • Place onions and butter in saucepan.
  • Sauté on medium heat until onions are tender.
  • Add garlic and sauté 1-2 minutes (don't let garlic burn).
  • Add beef broth, consomme, and Woschershire sauce.
  • Bring to a boil for 1 minute.
  • Take ovenproof bowls (I use over-sized coffee mugs) and place 0.125 cup of cheese in bottom of each bowl.
  • Fill bowl with soup leaving room at the top.
  • Place toasted French bread on top.
  • Top with 0.125 cup Swiss cheese.
  • Place under broiler until cheese is bubbly.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Caution--bowls will be hot!

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients, especially for the onions. Sweet onions like Vidalia or Walla Walla are ideal.
  • Slice the onions thinly and evenly. This will help them caramelize evenly.
  • Cook the onions slowly and patiently. It may take up to 45 minutes to get them properly caramelized.
  • Use a good quality beef broth. You can also use chicken broth or vegetable broth if you prefer.
  • Add a splash of white wine or cognac to the soup for extra flavor.
  • Serve the soup with a generous helping of grated Gruyère cheese and toasted baguette slices.
  • For a vegetarian version of the soup, omit the beef broth and use vegetable broth instead.
  • You can also add other vegetables to the soup, such as potatoes, carrots, or celery.
  • French onion soup can be made ahead of time and reheated just before serving.

Conclusion:

French onion soup is a classic French dish that is both delicious and comforting. It is a perfect soup to serve on a cold winter day. With its rich, flavorful broth, caramelized onions, and melted cheese, French onion soup is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a hearty and satisfying soup, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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