Don's Favorite French Onion Soup

Get ready to indulge in the rich, savory comfort of **Don's Favorite French Onion Soup**, a timeless classic elevated with thoughtful touches and bold flavors. This recipe starts with golden caramelized onions, enhanced by a hint of sugar for natural sweetness, then deepened with dry white wine and a robust beef stock infused with bay leaf and fresh thyme. Each serving is crowned with a layer of crispy baguette slices and an irresistible blend of melted Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses, broiled to golden perfection. Perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining, this French onion soup offers a restaurant-quality experience with simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions. Warm, cheesy, and utterly satisfying, it’s an elegant twist on a classic comfort food that will quickly become a favorite at your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 6 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 8 cups beef stock
• 1 bay leaf
• 3 fresh thyme sprigs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
• 2 cups Gruyère cheese, grated
• 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated

Directions

Step 1

In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, melt the butter over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Add the sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until caramelized and golden brown, about 25-30 minutes.

Step 3

Sprinkle the sugar over the onions and stir for an additional 2 minutes to enhance their sweetness.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir well to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 5

Deglaze the pot by adding the white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon.

Step 6

Add the beef stock, bay leaf, and thyme sprigs to the pot. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Season the soup with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cover partially and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

While the soup simmers, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet in a single layer.

Step 9

Bake the baguette slices for 8-10 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Remove from the oven and set aside.

Step 10

Turn the oven to broil. Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprigs from the soup, then ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls or crocks, leaving some space at the top.

Step 11

Place a toasted baguette slice (or two) on top of each bowl of soup, ensuring it covers the surface.

Step 12

Mix the grated Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses and sprinkle generously over the top of the bread in each bowl.

Step 13

Place the bowls on a baking sheet and broil for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.

Step 14

Carefully remove the bowls from the oven and allow the soup to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3448.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2487.4

Total Fat 154.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 332.4mg	0%
Sodium 11986.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 124.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.6g	0%
Total Sugars 46.5g
Protein 120.0g	0%

Vitamin D 13.4IU	0%
Calcium 3082.7mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 2785.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.8%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 21.0%