Onion Soup Gratinee Recipe

Name: Onion Soup Gratinee
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons olive oil; 4 medium yellow onions, sliced 1/4 inch thick; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 clove garlic, thinly sliced; 4 sprigs fresh thyme; 1 bay leaf; salt to taste; 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper; 3/4 cup dry white wine; 2 quarts chicken stock; 1/2 cup port wine; 6 slices French bread; 2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese

Servings: persons

6 tablespoons olive oil
4 medium yellow onions, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 clove garlic, thinly sliced
4 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
salt to taste
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
3/4 cup dry white wine
2 quarts chicken stock
1/2 cup port wine
6 slices French bread
2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese

1
Heat the olive oil in a heavy pot over medium heat.
2
Add the onions; cook and stir until golden brown, about 30 minutes.
3
Add butter, garlic, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and white pepper.
4
Cook and stir for about 10 minutes.
5
Increase the heat to high, and stir in the white wine.
6
Bring to a boil, and cook until wine has reduced by half, 3 to 5 minutes.
7
Pour in the chicken stock, and simmer over medium heat for 45 minutes.
8
Preheat the oven's broiler.
9
Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaf from the soup, and stir in the port wine.
10
Ladle soup into 6 crocks or heat proof bowls, top each with a slice of bread, and a generous helping of Gruyere cheese.
11
Place the bowls on a baking sheet for ease in handling.
12
Place under the broiler for 2 to 3 minutes, until the bread and cheese are toasted and bubbly.
13
Serve immediately.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 tablespoons olive oil, 4 medium yellow onions, sliced 1/4 inch thick, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, 1 clove garlic, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Onion Soup Gratinee 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!

Onion Soup Gratinee

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