Best French Onion Soup Recipe

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This  French Onion Soup Recipe is one that I've had for at least 25 years, if not more.  It's fairly simple and easy to make, even for a beginner.   I  like to keep my onions in a cool dark place in my pantry, just like potatoes.  Check the ingredient list as you will probably have most of the ingredients on hand, if not all.  Also, I don't overly caramelize the onions.  It's a personal preference but I like the flavor better.  A rich stock helps to enhance the flavor of the onions.

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​Since this recipe is so simple, it's not necessary to cook it for a long time.  ​​​​​​​​​You already have a lot of flavor from the stock and the browning​

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Simple French Onion Soup

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Ingredients

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•  1 baguette (sliced into 1-inch thick pieces)

•  2 Tbsp unsalted butter 

•  1 Tbsp olive oil

•  4 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced

•  6 cups stock (beef, chicken or mixed)*

•  8 ounces cheese, Swiss or Gruyére, grated and divided

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Preheat broiler.  You will need 4 bowls that can be put under the broiler.

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Instructions

1.   Toast baguette slices under the broiler until golden brown.  Remove       from oven.

2.  Melt the butter and oil in a large pot over medium-low heat.  Add           the onions and cook until medium brown.  

3.  Add the stock and simmer at a low boil for about 15 minutes. Taste         before adding salt (see Tip below) and pepper.

4.  Divide the bread slices between 4 bowls and sprinkle with 1                       tablespoon grated cheese per bowl.  Ladle the soup into the 4                 bowls over the bread and cheese (they should be full).  Sprinkle the       rest of the cheese on top and along the lips of the bowls.    

5.  Place on a foil-lined baking sheet; place in 400°F preheated oven,           up to 25 minutes.  Check often to make sure they don't burn.  The             cheese should be brown and puffy. 

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* If you don't have enough stock, start with 1 tablespoon of

   Better Than Bouillon, beef or chicken, with 6 cups of water.  You may       not need to add additional salt.

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Tips

•  For a change, try sweet onions like Vidalias.  Their sweetness adds a     totally different level of flavor.

    

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