Effortless 4-Ingredient French Onion (Printable)

Rich caramelized onions simmer in savory broth, topped with golden cheesy baguette slices.

# Ingredient list:

→ Vegetables

01 - 3.3 pounds yellow onions, thinly sliced

→ Fats

02 - 3.5 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Liquids

03 - 6.3 cups beef or vegetable broth

→ Bread & Cheese

04 - 1 baguette, sliced
05 - 4.2 ounces Gruyère cheese, grated

# How to Make It:

01 - Melt the butter in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, until deeply golden and caramelized, approximately 30 to 35 minutes.
02 - Pour the broth into the pot, stirring to scrape up browned bits from the bottom. Bring to a simmer and cook gently for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
03 - Preheat the oven broiler. Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast them until golden brown on both sides.
04 - Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls. Place a toasted baguette slice atop each bowl, sprinkle generously with grated Gruyère, and broil for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
05 - Serve the soup immediately, handling the bowls carefully as they will be hot.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Simple with just 4 main ingredients
  • Comforting and budget-friendly
02 -
  • Use yellow onions for the best sweetness
  • To make vegan, replace butter and cheese with plant-based alternatives
03 -
  • Caramelize onions slowly to develop deep flavor
  • Use day-old baguette for better toasting
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