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French onion soup with bread recipe
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Best Classic French Onion Soup

This is the French Onion Soup you need if you’re in the mood for a savory, delicious meal that’s equal parts fancy and comforting. 
Course Main Course
Cuisine French
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 4 People
Calories 284kcal
Author Savory Thoughts

Equipment

  • Saucepan

Ingredients

  • 1 Large Red Onion
  • 1 Large White Onion
  • 1 Stick Unsalted Butter
  • 1 Garlic Clove; Minced
  • 4 Tsp. Sherry Vinegar
  • 4 Tbsp. Flour
  • 4 Cups Brown Stock; Or Vegetable Stock
  • 1 Bouquet Garni
  • 1 Tsp. Kosher Salt
  • ½ Tsp. Black Pepper

Instructions

  • First slice two onions minced the garlic.
    In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and add onions to sauté.
    Sauté the onions then add the garlic.
    Add the flour to make the soup thicker and brown the flour.
    steps 1-6 to make French onion soup
  • After browning the flour, deglaze it with Sherry Vinegar.
    Add the vegetable Stock then add one piece of Bouquet Garni.
    Bring to boil for 10-15 minutes.
    Cooked French onion soup in saucepan
  • Before serving, slice the baguette and grate cheese on top. Toast in the oven until lightly brown. Serve the toasted bread with the soup.
    cheese bread for French onion soup

Notes

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Calories are estimated per serving.
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Nutrition

Serving: 4People | Calories: 284kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 586mg | Potassium: 97mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 2mg