French Onion Soup

French Onion Soup
  • Author: elle8890

This French onion soup recipe delivers rich and satisfying flavors in every spoonful. Caramelized onions, savory garlic, and a decadent blend of red wine, beef stock, and balsamic vinegar create a luxurious base. Topped with cheesy bread that's perfectly toasted and melted, this soup is a comforting and delicious meal to savor.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 5 onions
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 20g/¾oz butter
  • 2 or 3 glasses of red wine
  • 750ml/1¼ pint fresh beef stock
  • 4 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 8 thick slices of bread
  • 284g/10oz gruyère cheese, grated
  • 2 shots of brandy (optional)
  • salt and pepper
  • 10g/½oz flatleaf parsley

Instructions

  • Peel and thinly slice the onions and garlic. Then using the butter saute in a large pan for 15-20 minutes, until brown. Stir well before adding the red wine, stock, vinegar and brandy. Bring to the boil and simmer for about 10 minutes.
  • Toast the bread and top with the grated cheese and place under the grill until the cheese is melted.
  • Season the soup with salt and pepper.
  • Keeping the soup in the pan, top with the sliced bread and a sprinkle of cheese. Place under the grill until it turns brown and the cheese has melted.
  • Scatter with fresh chopped parsley and serve from the pan at the table.

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Yield

Serves 4