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French Pearl Onion Soup

Heavenly French Pearl Onion Soup for Cozy Nights

French Pearl Onion Soup is a warm and comforting dish perfect for chilly nights, offering rich flavors and caramelized onion bliss.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: French
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 pound pearl onions or yellow onions as a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons butter adds richness
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil can substitute with canola or avocado oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced, fresh preferred
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour gluten-free flour can be used
  • 4 cups vegetable or beef broth homemade preferred
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine optional, omit for non-alcoholic version
  • 1 each bay leaf essential for flavor
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme use dried if necessary, at half the amount
  • to taste salt adjust to achieve desired taste
  • to taste pepper adjust to achieve desired taste
For Serving
  • 1 each French baguette or any crusty bread
  • 1 cup Gruyère or Swiss cheese shredded, melts beautifully
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley optional for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Baking sheet
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the pearl onions and cook, stirring occasionally for 20-25 minutes until caramelized.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Sprinkle in flour and stir for 1-2 minutes to thicken the soup.
  3. Gradually pour in broth while stirring continuously. If using, add white wine for depth. Toss in bay leaf and thyme, season with salt and pepper, then simmer for 25-30 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice baguette into 1-inch pieces and toast on a baking sheet for 5-7 minutes until golden.
  5. Remove bay leaf from soup, ladle into oven-safe bowls, place toasted baguette slices on top, and sprinkle with cheese. Broil for 3-5 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
  6. Garnish with parsley if desired and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to stir onions occasionally during caramelization to prevent burning. Adjust salt and pepper according to taste.

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