Maura's French Onion Soup

Warm, comforting, and rich with layers of flavor, Maura's French Onion Soup is the ultimate classic with a gourmet twist. This timeless recipe transforms humble ingredients into a luxurious bowl of goodness, featuring golden caramelized onions, aromatic thyme, a splash of dry white wine, and a robust beef broth base. Topped with a slice of crusty baguette and melted Gruyere cheese, it’s broiled to perfection for an irresistibly bubbly, golden finish. Perfect for cozy evenings or elegant dinner parties, this easy-to-follow recipe brings French bistro dining right to your kitchen in just over an hour. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a beginner, this dish will impress and delight anyone at the table.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 6 cups yellow onions, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 8 cups beef broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 4 fresh thyme sprigs
• 1 loaf baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
• 2 cups Gruyere cheese, shredded
• 1 to taste salt
• 1 to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 10 minutes.

Step 3

Sprinkle the onions with the granulated sugar and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown and caramelized, about 25-30 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 5

Deglaze the pot by adding the dry white wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to loosen any browned bits. Allow the wine to reduce by half, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Add the beef broth, bay leaf, and thyme sprigs. Bring the soup to a simmer and cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 7

While the soup simmers, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for 5-7 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.

Step 8

Switch the oven to broil. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls and place a toasted baguette slice on top of each serving. Sprinkle generously with shredded Gruyere cheese.

Step 9

Place the bowls on a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Carefully remove the bowls from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Garnish with additional thyme sprigs if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3937.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3096.0

Total Fat 162.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 364.0mg	0%
Sodium 12511.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 262.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.6g	0%
Total Sugars 66.3g
Protein 127.5g	0%

Vitamin D 48.0IU	0%
Calcium 2706.3mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 3471.3mg	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: 48.4%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 34.7%