Zwiebelsuppe
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A comforting and flavorful onion soup that warms the soul.
- Author: Michael Kuche
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 4 large onions, thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 8 cups beef stock
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 8 slices of baguette
- 2 cups grated Gruyere cheese
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions, salt, and sugar. Cook until the onions are caramelized, about 30 minutes.
- Stir in the flour and thyme; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Slowly add the beef stock and white wine, bringing to a simmer.
- Simmer for 20 minutes, adjusting seasoning as needed.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven until crispy.
- Serve the soup in bowls topped with a slice of baguette and a generous sprinkle of Gruyere cheese.
- Broil until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
- This soup can be made a day ahead and reheated.
- Adjust the cheese quantity to taste.
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable stock instead of beef.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg