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French Onion Soup

Cultural Context

French onion soup is a classic dish that originated in France, traditionally made with caramelized onions and beef broth. It is often served as a comforting starter or a light meal. The dish has roots dating back to Roman times, evolving over centuries into the beloved recipe known today. It is particularly popular in bistros and brasseries across France and has become a staple in French cuisine worldwide.

FrenchFRother
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 kilogram onions
2 tablespoons oil
salt
sugar
1 tablespoon beef bouillon
water
3 carrots
celery

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians.

gruyère cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: cheddar cheese

Part-skim mozzarella has fewer calories, while cheddar is often less expensive.

1

Cut 1 kilogram of onions equatorially (lengthwise).

2

Place onions in a cold pan.

3

Add 2 tablespoons of oil to the pan.

4

Season onions with a good pinch of salt and a generous sprinkle of sugar.

5

Add a small amount of baking soda to help with browning.

6

Stir the onions and cook for a while until caramelized, stirring occasionally.

7

Prepare the broth by adding 1 tablespoon of beef bouillon to water and stirring.

8

Grate 3 carrots and add them to the broth.

9

Grate celery and add it to the broth.

Cooking Techniques

simmeredbroiled

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Soupe à l'oignon
Local Name: Soupe à l'oignon

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