Lazy French Onion Soup: Enjoy Effortless Flavor Today!
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A simple and delicious take on the classic French onion soup, perfect for those who want rich flavors without the fuss.
- Author: Marianne
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop and Broil
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 4 large onions, thinly sliced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup white wine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 baguette, sliced
- 2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese
- In a large pot, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and sugar, cooking until the onions are caramelized, about 20-25 minutes.
- Pour in the white wine and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the beef broth, salt, and pepper, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let it simmer for another 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven until golden brown.
- To serve, ladle the soup into bowls, top with toasted baguette slices, and sprinkle with Gruyère cheese.
- Broil the bowls in the oven until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of beef broth.
- Feel free to add herbs like thyme or bay leaves for extra flavor.
- This soup can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg