Rich And Simple French Onion Soup Recipe

Name: Rich And Simple French Onion Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 c. sliced onions; 4 (10.5 oz.) cans beef broth; 1/2 c. unsalted butter; 2 Tbsp. olive oil; 2 Tbsp. dry sherry (optional); 1 tsp. dried thyme; salt and pepper to taste; 1 (1 lb.) loaf French bread, sliced; 6 slices Provolone cheese; 3/4 c. diced Swiss cheese; 1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1
Melt butter in an 8-quart stockpot on medium heat.
2
Add olive oil and stir.
3
Add onions and continually stir until tender and translucent.
4
Do not brown the onions.
5
Add beef stock, sherry and thyme.
6
Season with salt and pepper and simmer for 30 minutes. Ladle soup into individual, oven-safe, serving bowls and place one slice of bread on top (it can also be broken into pieces, whichever you prefer).
7
Layer cheese on top of bread, placing a slice of Provolone, 1/2 slice diced Swiss and then Parmesan cheese.
8
Place bowls on cookie sheet and broil until cheese bubbles and browns slightly.

811

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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: 4 c. sliced onions, 4 (10.5 oz.) cans beef broth, 1/2 c. unsalted butter, 2 Tbsp. olive oil, and more.

Yes, Rich And Simple French Onion Soup 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!

Rich And Simple French Onion Soup

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