Best 9 Red Onion Soup With Cheese Toasts Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing world of flavors with our Red Onion Soup with Cheese Toasts, a culinary delight that promises a symphony of taste and texture. This classic French soup, also known as Soupe à l'Oignon Gratinée, has been captivating palates for centuries, and our recipe brings it to your kitchen with a modern twist. Savor the caramelized sweetness of slowly cooked red onions, perfectly balanced by a rich beef broth infused with herbs and spices. The crowning glory of this dish lies in its golden, melted cheese toasts, adding a delightful crunch and gooey goodness. Along with this exquisite soup, we present a collection of additional recipes to tantalize your taste buds. Discover the secrets of making the ultimate Grilled Cheese Sandwich, a timeless classic that pairs perfectly with the soup. Embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through crafting a flavorful Tomato Soup, a vibrant and comforting choice that warms the soul. And for those seeking a lighter option, our Carrot and Ginger Soup offers a refreshing and nutritious twist, packed with vibrant flavors. Prepare to elevate your culinary skills and impress your loved ones with this delectable selection of recipes.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

RED ONION SOUP AND CHEESE TOASTS RECIPE



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Red onion soup with melting cheese toasts

Provided by GoodtoKnow

Yield Serves: 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

30ml (2tbsp) sunflower oil
15g (1/2oz) butter
650g (1lb 7oz) small red onions, peeled and thinly sliced
10ml (2tsp) sugar
15ml (1tbsp) plain flour
10ml (2tsp) wholegrain mustard
1.2 litres (2pt) beef or vegetable stock
2 large sprigs fresh thyme
8 thin slices French bread
50g (2oz) Gruyère cheese
Fresh thyme leaves, to garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the oil and butter in a large deep pan. Add the onions and cook gently over a low heat for 10 mins, stirring frequently. Sprinkle over the sugar and cook for a further 10 mins until the onions are soft.
  • Stir in the flour and mustard, and cook for 1 min. Add the stock and thyme sprigs and season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 30-40 mins.
  • Lightly toast the slices of French bread and top with the cheese. Return to the grill for 1-2 mins until the cheese melts. Remove the thyme sprigs from the soup. Ladle the soup into deep bowls and top each with 2 cheese toasts. Serve immediately, garnished with thyme leaves.

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ONION SOUP WITH CHEESE TOASTS



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To infuse the soup with the delicious taste of well-caramelized onions, be sure to cook them until they soften and turn a deep, dark golden brown.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 pounds onions (about 8), halved and thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/2 cup port or Marsala wine
2 cans (14.5 ounces each) reduced-sodium beef broth
2 cans (14.5 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
Cheese Toasts (see Directions)

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven or other heavy 5-quart pot, heat butter and oil over medium. Add onions and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions have softened, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Uncover and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are dark golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes more. (If bottom of pot gets too dry, add about 1/4 cup water, and scrape up browned bits with a wooden spoon.)
  • Add port, and cook until syrupy, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in broths and 2 cups water; season with salt and pepper, and bring to a simmer. Serve with Cheese Toasts.
  • To make Cheese Toasts: Heat broiler, with rack set 4 inches from heat. Place 8 1/2-in-thick slices of baguette on a broilerproof baking sheet. Dividing evenly, sprinkle with 1 cup coarsely grated Gruyere cheese. Broil until cheese is golden, 2 to 4 minutes.

ONION SOUP WITH CHEESE & HERB TOASTS



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The secret behind this soup is to cook the onions long and slow for a deep colour and rich flavour

Provided by James Martin

Categories     Dinner, Soup

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 12

25g butter
1 tbsp olive oil
6 onions , thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves , thinly sliced
2 tbsp flour
300ml darkish beer , nothing too bitter
1.3l beef stock
splash Worcestershire sauce
1 baguette , cut into 12-18 thin slices
175g mature cheddar , Stilton or Lincolnshire Poacher, grated
small bunch chives , snipped
½ small bunch parsley , finely chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the butter and oil in a large pan and gently cook the onion and garlic until very soft and golden. Increase heat slightly and cook until brown - about 20-40 mins in total.
  • Stir in the flour for 2 mins, then stir in the beer and bring to a simmer for a few mins. Add the stock, bring back to a simmer, then season with salt and pepper and Worcestershire sauce. Keep warm.
  • Heat the grill and toast the bread on both sides. Meanwhile, mix the grated cheese with the herbs. Sprinkle a little on each slice and grill to melt. Ladle soup into bowls and float toasts on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 16 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 26 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein, Sodium 1.49 milligram of sodium

ONION SOUP WITH CHEESE TOASTS



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Categories     Cheese     Onion     Low Sodium     Simmer

Yield serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 pounds onions (about 8 medium), halved and thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/2 cup port or Marsala wine
2 cans (14.5 ounces each) low-sodium beef broth
2 cans (14.5 ounces each) low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups water, plus more if needed
Cheese Toasts (recipe follows)

Steps:

  • In a 5-quart Dutch oven or other heavy pot, heat butter and oil over medium. Add onions and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions have softened, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Uncover and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are dark golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes more. (If bottom of pot gets too dry, add about 1/4 cup water and scrape up browned bits with a wooden spoon.)
  • Add port and cook until syrupy, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in both broths and 2 cups water, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a simmer. Cook 20 minutes. To serve, divide among eight bowls and top each with a cheese toast.
  • Freezing Soup
  • Let soup cool completely, then pour into airtight containers, leaving 1 inch of space at top. Freeze up to 3 months. Thaw in microwave or overnight in refrigerator and reheat over low.
  • Nutrition Information
  • (Per Serving)
  • Calories: 261
  • Fat: 11.6g (5.2g Saturated Fat)
  • Protein: 10.9g
  • Carbohydrates: 26.1g
  • Fiber: 3.7g

SO-EASY-YET-DELICIOUS ONION SOUP



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Topped with a slice of cheesy toast hot from the broiler, homemade onion soup is guaranteed to please. Add a green side salad for a complete meal. -Hildy Schlegel, Addison, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon canola oil
3 medium red onions, halved and thinly sliced (about 4 cups)
6 garlic cloves, minced
8 cups beef broth
1/2 cup Madeira wine or additional beef broth
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
6 slices Italian bread (3/4 inch thick)
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat butter and oil over medium heat. Add onions; cook and stir until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook until deep golden brown, about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Add broth, wine, basil, ground pepper, oregano, thyme and pepper flakes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until liquid is reduced to about 6 cups, 20-30 minutes., Place bread on a baking sheet. Broil 4 in. from heat or until toasted, about 2 minutes on each. Sprinkle with cheeses; broil until cheese is melted, about 2 minutes longer. Ladle soup into bowls; top each with a cheese toast. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 1492mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

ROASTED ONION SOUP WITH GOAT'S CHEESE TOASTS



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Roasting the onions gives the soup a rich caramelised flavour that really hits the spot on a chilly day

Provided by Mary Cadogan

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Soup, Starter

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

800g yellow or white onions , sliced
4 tbsp olive oil
1l vegetable stock
1 tbsp wholegrain mustard
1 tsp Marmite
handful parsley , roughly chopped
8 thick slices bread
100g soft vegetarian goat's cheese , cubed

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Put the onions in a roasting tin with the oil, salt and pepper. Give it a good stir, then roast for 45 mins, stirring halfway through, until the onions are tinged brown, but not burnt.
  • Tip the onions into a large pan with the stock, mustard and Marmite. Bring to the boil and simmer for 15 mins, then stir in the parsley. Toast 4 of the bread slices then scatter on the cheese. Ladle the soup into bowls, pop a toast into each and serve with the extra slices of bread on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 454 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 62 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 16 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 15 grams protein, Sodium 2.33 milligram of sodium

RED ONION SOUP



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SOUP'S ON! Served with a lightly dressed green salad, this savory red onion soup is hearty and filling enough for a light supper. Enjoy!

Provided by Feast Your Eyes

Categories     Stocks

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 large red onions
4 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon white sugar
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup red wine
5 cups chicken stock
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme (rub between fingers to waken flavor)
4 slices crusty Italian bread
1 cup swiss cheese, grated
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, coarsely chopped
1 bunch chives, snipped fine

Steps:

  • Slice onions, thinly.
  • Melt three (3) tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet; stir in sugar. Add onions and one (1) teaspoon of salt; cook over medium low heat - stirring occasionally until golden and tender (30 to 40 minutes).
  • Stir in flour until well blended with the onions and pan juices. Add wine and cook an additional five (5) minutes.
  • Add chicken stock and thyme; cook fifteen (15) minutes. Stir occasionally. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Butter bread on both sides using the remaining one (1) tablespoon of butter. Transfer to baking sheet; sprinkle with cheese. Bake until golden brown (about 10 minutes).
  • Add parsley to soup, give a big stir. Ladle into warmed soup bowls, top with cheese toast, and garnish with chives.
  • Soup will hold for up to five (5) days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523.4, Fat 23.6, SaturatedFat 13.3, Cholesterol 64.4, Sodium 689.8, Carbohydrate 49.1, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 16.3, Protein 19.1

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

FRENCH ONION SOUP WITH CHEESE TOASTS



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The whole family will enjoy this intensely flavorful soup.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup unsalted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 large white onions, chopped into small pieces
4 cups homemade or low-sodium canned chicken stock
4 cups homemade or low-sodium canned beef stock
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
18 thin slices French baguette
2 cups shredded Swiss cheese (1/2 pound)

Steps:

  • In a large, heavy-bottom saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add flour and chopped onions; saute, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft and translucent, about 15 minutes.
  • Pour chicken and beef stocks into the saucepan, and stir to combine. Bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 15 minutes. Add salt and pepper.
  • Heat broiler. Ladle soup into six 16-ounce ovenproof bowls, and float 3 slices of bread on top of each. Sprinkle the cheese over bread slices in each bowl, dividing evenly. Place bowls on a rimmed baking sheet, and broil until cheese is melted and bubbling, about 2 minutes. Let soup cool slightly before serving.

Tips:

- Use a good quality broth as it makes a big difference in the flavor of the soup. - Caramelize the onions slowly over low heat until they are a deep golden brown. This will bring out their natural sweetness and flavor. - Add a splash of red wine to the soup for extra depth of flavor. - Use a variety of cheeses for the cheese toasts. This will give the soup a more complex flavor. - Serve the soup with a side of salad or crusty bread.

Conclusion:

Red onion soup is a classic French dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With its rich flavor and cheesy toasts, this soup is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality broth as it makes a big difference in the flavor of the soup.
  • Caramelize the onions slowly over low heat until they are a deep golden brown. This will bring out their natural sweetness and flavor.
  • Add a splash of red wine to the soup for extra depth of flavor.
  • Use a variety of cheeses for the cheese toasts. This will give the soup a more complex flavor.
  • Serve the soup with a side of salad or crusty bread.

Conclusion:

Red onion soup is a classic French dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With its rich flavor and cheesy toasts, this soup is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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