French Onion Soup With Cheese Croutons Recipe

Name: French Onion Soup With Cheese Croutons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs yellow onions, halved, and sliced 1/4-inch thick (8 cups); 1/4 lb unsalted butter; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 cup medium-dry sherry; 1/2 cup cognac or 1/2 cup brandy; 1 1/2 cups dry white wine; 4 cups beef stock; 4 cups chicken stock; 1 tablespoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper; cheese crouton; 1 small baguette, cut into 1/2-inch slices; 2 1/2 cups gruyere cheese, shredded

Servings: persons

2 1/2 lbs yellow onions, halved, and sliced 1/4-inch thick (8 cups)
1/4 lb unsalted butter
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup medium-dry sherry
1/2 cup cognac or 1/2 cup brandy
1 1/2 cups dry white wine
4 cups beef stock
4 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
cheese crouton
1 small baguette, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 1/2 cups gruyere cheese, shredded

1
In a large stockpot on medium-high heat, saute the onions with the butter and bay leaf for 20 minutes, until the onions turn a rich golden brown color. Deglaze the pan with the sherry and brandy and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes. Add the white wine and simmer uncovered for 15 more minutes.
2
Add the beef and chicken stocks plus salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered for 20 minutes. Remove the bay leaf, taste for salt and pepper.
3
*For the croutons*.
4
While the soup simmers, arrange the baguette slices in single layer on baking sheet and bake in a 400-degree oven until the bread is dry, crisp, and golden at edges, about 10 minutes. Set aside.
5
*To serve*.
6
Adjust oven rack 6 inches from broiler element and heat broiler. Set individual broiler-safe crocks on baking sheet and fill each with about 1 3/4 cups soup. Top each bowl with 1 or 2 baguette slices (do not overlap slices) and sprinkle evenly with Gruyere. Broil until cheese is melted and bubbly around edges, 3 to 5 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes before serving.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 lbs yellow onions, halved, and sliced 1/4-inch thick (8 cups), 1/4 lb unsalted butter, 1 bay leaf, 1/2 cup medium-dry sherry, and more.

Yes, French Onion Soup With Cheese Croutons 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.

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French Onion Soup With Cheese Croutons

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