Mo Bettah French Onion Soup

Warm up with the cozy flavors of Mo Bettah French Onion Soup, a rich and comforting classic elevated with perfectly caramelized yellow onions, a splash of dry white wine, and robust beef stock. This soul-soothing soup is topped with crisp slices of toasted baguette and smothered in broiled, bubbly Gruyère cheese, making every spoonful a decadent delight. With hints of fresh thyme and a touch of sweetness from caramelized onions, this recipe is a labor of love worth every simmered minute. Perfect for a cold evening or an elegant dinner party appetizer, this French onion soup promises bold flavors and timeless appeal.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

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 (thinly sliced)
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 cups dry white wine
• 6 cups beef stock
• 1 bay leaf
• 3 fresh thyme sprigs
• 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 loaf baguette (sliced into 1-inch thick rounds)
• 2 cups Gruyère cheese (grated)

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, sugar, and salt to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are deeply caramelized and golden brown, about 35-40 minutes. Adjust the heat to medium-low if they start browning too quickly.

Step 3

Deglaze the pot by adding the dry white wine. Scrape the browned bits from the bottom of the pot using a wooden spoon.

Step 4

Let the wine simmer for 5-7 minutes, reducing slightly.

Step 5

Pour in the beef stock and add the bay leaf, thyme sprigs, and black pepper. Stir to combine and bring the soup to a simmer.

Step 6

Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer gently for 25-30 minutes. Remove and discard the bay leaf and thyme sprigs.

Step 7

While the soup is simmering, preheat the broiler on your oven. Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast them under the broiler until lightly golden on both sides, about 1-2 minutes per side.

Step 8

Ladle the hot soup into oven-safe bowls or crocks. Place a toasted baguette slice on top of each bowl and generously sprinkle with grated Gruyère cheese.

Step 9

Carefully place the bowls under the broiler and broil until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly browned, about 2-3 minutes. Monitor closely to avoid burning.

Step 10

Remove the bowls from the oven using oven mitts and serve immediately. Enjoy the soup while it’s hot and the cheese is gooey!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3569.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3123.8

Total Fat 144.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 333mg	0%
Sodium 10727.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 262.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.2g	0%
Total Sugars 67.3g
Protein 121.4g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 2502.6mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 3247.0mg	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: 45.9%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 37.0%