French Onion Soup Recipe
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This French onion soup is the ultimate cold-weather comfort food, but even better, it’s made in just one pot for easy cleanup! The secret ingredient? A splash of white wine that adds depth and cuts through the richness of the broth and cheese.
Why You’ll Love This French Onion Soup:
- Simple & Effortless: 8 ingredients, 1 pot – this recipe is a breeze!
- Flavor Explosion: White wine adds a touch of brightness, complementing the richness of the soup.
- Quick Weeknight Meal: Ready in 35 minutes, it’s perfect for busy schedules.
- Warm & Cozy: Ideal for chilly nights when you crave a warm, comforting bowl of something delicious!
The 3 Simple Steps For Making French Onion Soup
When it comes to any recipe, the best place to start is the ingredients. Gather all of those first to ensure a streamlined and easy cooking process!
⊹ A Quick Tip! ⊹
For the best flavor, use a white wine such as a Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, or a Chardonnay. These wines are typically dryer and citrus forward, adding complexity and brightness to this recipe!
From here, it’s time to cook! You only need 3 steps to get you a delicious bowl of soup in no time.
- Sauté thinly sliced onions in a large pot with butter until caramelized (golden brown).
- Add wine and cook an additional 5 minutes. Then, add the chicken and beef stock, as well as thyme. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Ladle into serving bowls. Top with bread slices and cheese. Place under broiler until cheese is melted and edges of bread are toasted.
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French Onion Soup
Ingredients
- 3 pounds yellow onions, sliced thinly
- 4 Tablespoons salted butter
- ½ cup white wine
- 3 cups chicken stock
- 3 cups beef stock
- 3-4 sprigs thyme
- sourdough bread slices
- 2 cups fontina cheese
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a 6 quart stock pot, melt butter.
- Add onions and sauté until cooked down and starting to brown.
- Add wine and cook an additional 5 minutes.
- Add chicken stock, beef stock, and thyme.
- Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Ladle into serving bowls.
- Top with bread slices and cheese.
- Place under broiler until cheese is melted and edges of bread are toasted.
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Notes + Tips!
- If you don’t have homemade chicken stock or beef stock, you can use bullion cubes or your favorite store-bought brand.
- Dried thyme can be used in place of fresh, but you will need to decrease the amount to about 1/8 teaspoon.
- Fontina is our favorite with this soup, but you can use any kind of white cheese you prefer. A couple of good suggestions are Gruyère and white cheddar.
- Make sure the onions are thinly sliced! I highly recommend using a mandoline to make the slicing easier!
- Use a white wine with citrus notes!
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The Memories & Inspiration Behind This Recipe
One of my earliest memories of trying French onion soup was on a cold day at Be Our Guest in Walt Disney World. I wasn’t sure if I’d like it, but I honestly fell in love – the soup warmed me from the inside out! It was true comfort food, truly comforting and warming.
I asked my mom about it on that trip and, as it turns out, she had been making French onion soup for years! From that moment on, this soup has been a staple dinner for in our home during the Fall and Winter months. 🥰
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Where did you get the copper pots for the French Onion soup?
Hi Andrew! Sadly, the copper pots are discontinued and I’m not sure where you can get anything similar.
This recipe is amazing! I have made it a few days ago and my whole family enjoyed. Especially my 7 year old son. He said “this is the most delicious food I’ve ever eaten in my life” I even tapped a video on this and and share on my IG stories @diligent_desserts. It was super cute to know my little one liked this soup!
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