French Onion Soup With Red Wine & Gruyere Cheese

Name: French Onion Soup With Red Wine & Gruyere Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 Tablespoons Butter; 1-1/2 pound Sweet Yellow Onion; 5 sprigs Thyme; 2 teaspoons Salt; 1 teaspoon Pepper; 2 Bay Leaves; 1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard; 1 teaspoon Flour; 1/2 cups Red Wine; 1/4 cups Brandy; 4 cups Beef Stock; 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce; 8 Crostinis, Or Equivalent Amount Of Croutons; 1-1/2 cup Gruyere Cheese

Servings: persons

3 Tablespoons Butter
1-1/2 pound Sweet Yellow Onion
5 sprigs Thyme
2 teaspoons Salt
1 teaspoon Pepper
2 Bay Leaves
1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard
1 teaspoon Flour
1/2 cups Red Wine
1/4 cups Brandy
4 cups Beef Stock
2 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
8 Crostinis, Or Equivalent Amount Of Croutons
1-1/2 cup Gruyere Cheese

1
First, heat butter in a large saute pan. Once melted and bubbly, add onion, thyme sprigs, salt, pepper and bay leaves. Let caramelize over medium-low to medium heat for about 1 hour until onions turn a deep amber color. The thyme leaves will break off, giving an earthy flavor to the soup. Once onions are finished, remove the thyme stems.
2
Transfer onions to a large stock pan. Add mustard and mix until dissolved. Then add flour, stirring to combine. Next, add red wine and brandy, and simmer for 4-5 minutes, or until onions have absorbed the liquid.
3
Add beef stock and Worcestershire, turn heat down to low, and simmer for 25-30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4
Turn the broiler on in the oven. Ladle soup into oven-safe soup bowls. Place 2 crostinis (or several croutons) atop the soup. Top with grated Gruyere cheese. Place underneath the broiler until cheese turns golden-brown, about 5-7 minutes, then remove from the oven. Let cool. And with that, you're ready to dig in (the easiest part). Enjoy!

220

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 Tablespoons Butter, 1-1/2 pound Sweet Yellow Onion, 5 sprigs Thyme, 2 teaspoons Salt, and more.

Yes, French Onion Soup With Red Wine & Gruyere Cheese 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!