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French Onion Soup

A classic French soup with caramelized onions, beef broth, and a cheesy crouton topping.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: French
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 large onions thinly sliced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup gruyere cheese grated
  • 1 baguette French bread sliced
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. 2. Add onions and cook until caramelized, about 25 minutes.
  3. 3. Add sugar, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  4. 4. Pour in beef broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. 5. Preheat oven to broil.
  6. 6. Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls. Top with bread slices and grated cheese.
  7. 7. Broil until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 3-5 minutes.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Comfort Food
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