French Onion Soup
Try this French Onion Soup recipe, or contribute your own.
Try this French Onion Soup recipe, or contribute your own.
- 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups gluten-free chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon gluten-free flour
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil + more for drizzling
- 3 large yellow onions sliced not too thin, not too thick (8 cups)
- generous pinch salt
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (i use sauvignon blanc)
- 4 cups gluten-free beef broth
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 4 slices schar artisan baker 10 grains & seeds bread
- 4 slices swiss cheese
- 4 oz shredded gruyere
- Carbohydrate 11.5875645348398 g
- Cholesterol 46.4360379165405 mg
- Fat 15.0445563980074 g
- Fiber 1.99650005364418 g
- Protein 9.78214971113586 g
- Saturated Fat 9.05571480546566 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (153g)
- Sodium 182.318397718024 mg
- Sugar 9.5910644811956 g
- Trans Fat 0.905933751553732 g
- Calories 217 calories
Step-by-step
- Melt butter and 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil in a large, 6-quart Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot. Add onions and salt then stir to coat and place a lid on top.
- Cook for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, then remove lid and continue sautéing onions for 1 - 1-1/2 hours, stirring every 10-15 minutes, or until onions are very tender and caramelized. Turn the heat down if necessary to avoid searing the onions.
- Turn heat up to medium-high then sprinkle in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Add wine and worcestershire sauce then simmer until mixture has thickened and the liquid has nearly evaporated, 1-2 minutes.
- Add beef broth, chicken broth, thyme, and bay leaf then turn the heat up to high to bring the soup to a boil.
- Turn heat down to medium/medium-low then gently simmer for 1 hour, occasionally stirring and skimming off fat from the top if necessary.
- Remove bay leaf and thyme stems then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees then line a half sheet pan with a silpat or foil.
- Cut bread slices into cubes then add to the sheet pan and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and a heavy dash of salt.
- Toss with your fingers to coat then spread cubes out and bake for 14-15 minutes, stirring once, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Switch oven to broiler mode then place an oven rack in the second highest spot.
- Scoop soup into 4, oven-proof crocks then top with croutons, a slice of swiss cheese, and a quarter of the grated gruyere cheese, letting some hang off the edge of the crocks.
- Place crocks back onto prepared sheet pan then broil until cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
- Serve immediately.
My Unexpected French Onion Soup Adventure
As a busy working mom, finding time to cook elaborate meals is often a challenge. Weeknights are a whirlwind of school pick-ups, homework battles, and the general chaos of family life. Yet, I crave comfort food, something that nourishes both body and soul. This week, that craving led me down a surprisingly delightful path – the creation of French Onion Soup.
I’ve always admired French Onion Soup from afar. The images in cookbooks, shimmering with melted Gruyère and perfectly caramelized onions, always looked so incredibly inviting. But the lengthy cooking process usually intimidated me. I imagined standing over a hot stove for hours, stirring constantly. However, fueled by a desire for a delicious, homemade meal and a bit of a “let's-see-if-I-can-do-this” attitude, I decided to tackle this classic dish. The outcome was far more rewarding than I ever anticipated.
The preparation was, as expected, time-consuming, but surprisingly relaxing. The process of slowly caramelizing the onions was meditative, almost therapeutic. The kitchen filled with a rich, sweet aroma, a fragrant promise of the deliciousness to come. I found myself enjoying the quiet moments of stirring, lost in thought as the onions transformed from pale yellow to a deep, golden brown. The rich, complex flavors developing in the pot were truly magical. It was a far cry from the quick, often bland meals I usually whip up on a weeknight. This was an experience, a journey into culinary exploration, right in my own kitchen.
Beyond the delicious taste, this soup became a symbol of something more. It represented a quiet rebellion against the relentless pace of modern life. A reminder that slowing down, taking the time to savor the process, and indulging in simple pleasures can be immensely fulfilling. It was a quiet act of self-care, a moment of mindful cooking in the midst of my busy routine. The rich, comforting flavors were a perfect reward for the effort invested.
The final product was everything I’d hoped for and more. The perfectly caramelized onions, the rich broth, the bubbly Gruyère cheese – it was a symphony of flavors that melted away the stress of the day. Serving it to my family, watching their faces light up as they took their first bite, was an even greater reward. The simple act of sharing this meal, created with love and intention, strengthened our bond and created a cherished memory.
This French Onion Soup recipe wasn't just a meal; it was a transformative experience. It taught me the value of slowing down, the joy of mindful cooking, and the profound satisfaction of creating something delicious and meaningful for myself and my loved ones. It’s now a cherished part of our family’s culinary repertoire, a reminder to always find time for the things that nourish the soul, even amid the chaos of everyday life.
Next time you're feeling overwhelmed by the demands of life, consider embarking on a similar culinary adventure. Choose a recipe that seems daunting, one that requires time and attention. You might be surprised at the rewards. The process itself, the quiet moments of creation, can be just as satisfying, if not more so, than the final product. And you might discover, as I did, that sometimes, the most meaningful moments are found in the simplest of pleasures – a perfectly crafted bowl of French Onion Soup.
