Swiss Style Onion Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Swiss Style Onion Soup, a delightful twist on the classic French recipe that takes rich flavor to the next level. This hearty soup begins with perfectly caramelized yellow onions, enhanced by the robust depth of dry white wine and savory beef broth. Infused with aromatic thyme and a hint of sweetness, it’s topped with golden-brown baguette slices and a luscious layer of melted Swiss cheese, broiled to bubbly perfection. With a combination of simple ingredients and luxurious textures, this dish is ideal for cozy nights or as a show-stopping starter. Ready in just over an hour, it’s a soul-warming recipe that brings out the best in slow, deliberate cooking.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 6 medium yellow onions
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 6 cups beef broth
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 8 slices baguette slices
• 2 cups grated Swiss cheese
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and thinly slice the yellow onions, and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the sliced onions to the pot, stirring to coat them evenly in the butter and oil. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and cook, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes or until the onions are golden brown and caramelized.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and granulated sugar to the caramelized onions and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 5

Pour in the dry white wine and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the wine reduces slightly.

Step 6

Stir in the beef broth, bay leaf, and fresh thyme. Bring the soup to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook uncovered for 25-30 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.

Step 7

While the soup simmers, preheat your broiler. Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast them under the broiler for 1-2 minutes per side or until golden brown.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Place the bowls under the broiler for 2-4 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.

Step 10

Carefully remove the bowls from the broiler and let cool for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2893.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2667.2

Total Fat 142.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 333.0mg	0%
Sodium 9761.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 212.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.1g	0%
Total Sugars 35.1g
Protein 110.0g	0%

Vitamin D 48.0IU	0%
Calcium 2349.2mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 2426.9mg	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: 49.8%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 33.1%