French Onion Soup XI Recipe

Name: French Onion Soup XI
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup butter; 10 onions, peeled and thinly sliced; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle beer; 1 quart beef broth; 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 bay leaf; 6 slices French bread, toasted; 3 cups shredded Gruyere cheese

Servings: persons

1
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
2
Stir and cook onions in butter until golden brown, 15 minutes.
3
Stir in the garlic and cook 1 minute.
4
Pour in the beer and beef broth and season with mustard, thyme, black pepper and the bay leaf.
5
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer 30 minutes.
6
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
7
Remove bay leaf from soup and ladle soup into a large casserole or individual ovenproof bowls, leaving about 1 inch of room at the top of the dish or dishes.
8
Float slices of toasted bread on the soup and pile generously with Gruyere.
9
Bake in preheated oven 10 minutes, until cheese is lightly browned and bubbly.

582

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup butter, 10 onions, peeled and thinly sliced, 2 cloves garlic, crushed, 1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle beer, and more.

Yes, French Onion Soup XI 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 XI

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Variations & substitutions

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