British Onion Soup Recipe

Name: British Onion Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: SOUP; 50 g butter or 2 tablespoons drippings; 1 kg onion, finely sliced; 1 tablespoon golden caster sugar; 3 sprigs fresh thyme; 3 fresh bay leaves; 150 ml cider; 1 liter stock (vegetable or chicken, it's up to you); FOR THE TOP; 4 slices bread, cut thick from a round country loaf; 100 g mature cheddar cheese, grated; 1 large handful parsley, chopped

Servings: persons

SOUP
50 g butter or 2 tablespoons drippings
1 kg onion, finely sliced
1 tablespoon golden caster sugar
3 sprigs fresh thyme
3 fresh bay leaves
150 ml cider
1 liter stock (vegetable or chicken, it's up to you)
FOR THE TOP
4 slices bread, cut thick from a round country loaf
100 g mature cheddar cheese, grated
1 large handful parsley, chopped

1
Heat most of the butter or dripping in a pan, then add the onions, sugar and herbs.
2
Season and cook, uncovered, over a low heat, stirring occasionally, for up to 40 mins until sticky and brown, pour in the cider and simmer until reduced by half.
3
Pour in the stock, bring to the boil, then cook for 20 minutes
4
TO SERVE:
5
Heat the grill to high.
6
Spread the bread on both sides with the remaining butter or dripping, then toast under the grill until golden.
7
Scatter with cheese and place back under the grill until melted.
8
Serve the soup in bowls with a slice of the toast floating in it, scattered generously with parsley.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: SOUP, 50 g butter or 2 tablespoons drippings, 1 kg onion, finely sliced, 1 tablespoon golden caster sugar, and more.

Yes, British Onion Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

British Onion Soup

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