Easy Elegant French 4-Onion Soup Recipe

Name: Easy Elegant French 4-Onion Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 knorr beef bouillon cubes; 8 cups water; 4 tablespoons kerry irish gold salted butter; 3 large onions; 1 leek, cleaned and sliced thin; 3 shallots, peeled and chopped fine; 1 bunch scallion, trimmed and finely chopped; 1 cup grated gruyere cheese; 5 slices French bread; 1 cup fish eye pinot grigio wine

Servings: persons

1
Peel and slice onions very thin and add sliced leek, finely chopped shallots and chopped scallions.
2
Melt butter on medium heat in a 4 quart pot.
3
Add all 4 types of onions and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until caramelized ~ about 25-40 minutes minutes.
4
Bring 8 cups water to boil.
5
Add Knorr bouillon OR organic beef broth [vegans could substitute MORGA vegetable broth] to dissolve.
6
Add beef broth all at once to onions.
7
Add wine and heat just to boiling.
8
Toast french bread.
9
Grate gruyere cheese (or use Sargento grated cheese ~ swiss or Monterey jack are best).
10
Pour very hot soup into bowls and sprinkle grated cheese on top.
11
If desired, put ovenproof crocks or stainless steel container under the broiler to melt the grated cheese --
12
Serve with piece of toasted bread.
13
This would be very good chilled in the summer, too.

619

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 knorr beef bouillon cubes, 8 cups water, 4 tablespoons kerry irish gold salted butter, 3 large onions, and more.

Yes, Easy Elegant French 4-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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Easy Elegant French 4-Onion Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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