Description
This Lazy French Onion Soup offers deep, rich flavors with minimal effort. Caramelized onions, red wine, and savory beef broth create a comforting base, topped with a crusty baguette and melted Gruyere cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large onions, thinly sliced (yellow or sweet onions work best)
- 2 tbsp butter (for richness and flavor)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (helps caramelize the onions)
- 1 tsp sugar (enhances caramelization)
- 1/2 tsp salt (to season)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (for a hint of spice)
- 4 cups beef broth (use low-sodium for better control of saltiness)
- 1 cup red wine (adds depth and richness)
- 4 slices baguette (for the cheesy topping)
- 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese (classic melty cheese for French onion soup)
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onions:
- In a large pot, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions, sugar, salt, and pepper. Cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are deeply caramelized and golden brown.
- Deglaze the Pan:
- Stir in the red wine and cook for 5 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Simmer the Soup:
- Add the beef broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Prepare the Topping:
- Preheat your broiler.
- Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls.
- Top each bowl with a slice of baguette and sprinkle generously with shredded Gruyere cheese.
- Broil the Soup:
- Place the bowls on a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve:
- Carefully remove the bowls from the oven (they’ll be hot!) and let them cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a deeper flavor, use a combination of beef and chicken broth.
- Toasting the baguette slices before adding them to the soup prevents them from becoming too soggy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop & Oven
- Cuisine: French