Onion Soup With Meatballs And Cheese Croutons

Name: Onion Soup With Meatballs And Cheese Croutons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5-6 tbsp sunflower oil; 20 g butter; 600 g onions, halved and sliced; 1 tsp caster sugar; 400 ml beef stock; 400 ml vegetable stock; 1 None bay leaf; 3 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, plus extra to serve; 1/2 None bread slice; 1 None garlic clove, finely diced; 150 g mixed beef and pork mince; 1 tsp tomato puree; 20 g Parmesan, grated; 30-40 g Gruyere, grated; 125 g mozzarella ball, drained and diced; 1 None baguette, sliced

Servings: persons

5-6 tbsp sunflower oil
20 g butter
600 g onions, halved and sliced
1 tsp caster sugar
400 ml beef stock
400 ml vegetable stock
1 None bay leaf
3 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, plus extra to serve
1/2 None bread slice
1 None garlic clove, finely diced
150 g mixed beef and pork mince
1 tsp tomato puree
20 g Parmesan, grated
30-40 g Gruyere, grated
125 g mozzarella ball, drained and diced
1 None baguette, sliced

1
To make the onion soup, heat 4 tbsp oil and the butter in a pot, add the onions (leaving about a quarter of one onion aside) and saute for 8-10 minutes, stirring. Stir in the sugar and let caramelize for 3-5 minutes. Pour in the beef and vegetable stock then add the bay leaf and thyme. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
2
To make the meatball, toast the sliced bread and let cool. Place in a food processor and mix until fine and place in a bowl. Finely dice the reserved onion then combine with the breadcrumbs, garlic, ground beef (or pork), tomato paste, and Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper and mix together until smooth. Wet your hands then form 16 meatballs from the mixture. Heat 1-2 tbsp oil in a large pan, add the meatballs, and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning.
3
To make the croutons, mix the Gruyere and mozzarella together. Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and top with the mixed cheese. Broil for 4-5 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
4
Divide the soup between 4 bowls then add the meatballs and cheese croutons. Sprinkle with thyme then serve.

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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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5-6 tbsp sunflower oil, 20 g butter, 600 g onions, halved and sliced, 1 tsp caster sugar, and more.

Yes, Onion Soup With Meatballs And 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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