Mimi's Cafe French Onion Soup Copycat Recipe by Todd Wilbur

Recreate the magic of Mimi’s Cafe in your own kitchen with this irresistible French Onion Soup Copycat Recipe by Todd Wilbur. Featuring deeply caramelized yellow onions, a rich blend of beef and chicken broths, and a splash of dry sherry for depth, this soup is simmered to perfection with hints of Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and a touch of sugar for balance. Topped with toasted slices of French bread and blanketed in gooey Gruyere and Parmesan cheese, this classic bistro favorite is broiled to golden, bubbly perfection. Perfect for cozy evenings, this elegant yet comforting dish is ready in just over an hour and serves four. Whether you're seeking a restaurant-worthy starter or a hearty meal, this French onion soup delivers indulgent flavor with every spoonful.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium (sliced thin) Yellow onions
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 6 cups Beef broth
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 0.25 cup Dry sherry or white wine
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 4 slices (toasted) French bread or baguette
• 1.5 cups (shredded) Gruyere cheese or Swiss cheese
• 0.25 cup (grated) Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Peel and thinly slice the yellow onions into uniform slices.

Step 2

In a large soup pot, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until melted and bubbly.

Step 3

Add the sliced onions to the pot, stir well to coat with the butter and oil, and cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are deeply caramelized and golden brown.

Step 4

Deglaze the pot by adding the sherry or white wine, stirring to scrape any stuck bits from the bottom of the pot.

Step 5

Add the beef broth, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.

Step 6

Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer gently for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Preheat the oven to broil and prepare oven-safe bowls for serving.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into the bowls and top each with a slice of toasted French bread.

Step 9

Generously sprinkle shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese on top of the bread, and add a small amount of Parmesan cheese to finish.

Step 10

Place the bowls on a baking sheet and transfer them to the oven. Broil for 3-5 minutes, checking frequently, until the cheese is melted, bubbling, and slightly browned.

Step 11

Carefully remove the bowls from the oven (they will be extremely hot), let cool slightly, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2996.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2763.7

Total Fat 178.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 92.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 403.7mg	0%
Sodium 12302.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 123.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.8g	0%
Total Sugars 30.2g
Protein 154.6g	0%

Vitamin D 21.5IU	0%
Calcium 4116.0mg	0%
Iron 9.2mg	0%
Potassium 2354.9mg	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: 59.1%

Protein: 22.8%

Carbs: 18.1%