Description
Onion Soup with Gruyère Crust is a heartwarming dish that brings together the sweet, caramelized flavors of onions and the irresistible melt of Gruyère cheese. This savory soup, topped with a crunchy cheese crust, is perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings with friends. The aroma alone will have everyone eagerly anticipating their first spoonful. Serve it with crusty bread to elevate your dining experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large sweet onions (e.g., Vidalia or Walla Walla)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook until golden brown (about 20 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Pour in beef broth, white wine, and thyme. Bring to a simmer and let bubble for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven broiler. Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and top each with shredded Gruyère cheese.
- Broil for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Ladle warm soup into bowls and top with cheesy baguette slices. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg