Mimz's French Onion Soup

Warm up your kitchen with Mimz's French Onion Soup, a rich and comforting classic that’s perfect for cozy nights. This recipe masterfully combines deeply caramelized onions, a touch of dry white wine, and hearty beef stock, all simmered to perfection with fresh thyme and a hint of bay leaf for an aromatic depth. The magic continues with a crispy toasted baguette slice crowned with melted Gruyere cheese, broiled to golden, bubbly perfection. Ready in just over an hour, this soup offers a gourmet experience with minimal effort. Ideal for dinner parties or a weeknight indulgence, each spoonful is a savory symphony of flavor. Whether you're new to French cuisine or a seasoned enthusiast, Mimz's French Onion Soup is guaranteed to become a cherished favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 6 large yellow onions
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 cups dry white wine
• 6 cups beef stock
• 1 bay leaf
• 3 fresh thyme sprigs
• 1 loaf baguette
• 2 cups grated Gruyere cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and thinly slice the onions into uniform pieces for even cooking.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the sliced onions, granulated sugar, and salt to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are deeply caramelized and golden brown. This process will take about 30-35 minutes.

Step 4

Pour in the dry white wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon. Simmer until the wine is mostly evaporated, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the beef stock, bay leaf, and thyme sprigs. Bring the soup to a simmer and let it cook uncovered for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Preheat your broiler. Slice the baguette into rounds about 1-inch thick. Toast the slices under the broiler until lightly golden, about 1-2 minutes per side.

Step 7

Discard the bay leaf and thyme sprigs from the soup, then season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls and place a toasted baguette slice on top of each bowl. Sprinkle generously with grated Gruyere cheese.

Step 9

Place the bowls on a baking sheet and broil until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2-4 minutes. Watch carefully to avoid burning.

Step 10

Serve immediately, being cautious of the hot bowls.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3327.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3135.9

Total Fat 148.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 71.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 292.4mg	0%
Sodium 11322.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 269.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.5g	0%
Total Sugars 61.7g
Protein 128.8g	0%

Vitamin D 13.4IU	0%
Calcium 2758.7mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 2944.9mg	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: 45.6%

Protein: 17.6%

Carbs: 36.8%