French Onion Soup Gratinée
French Onion Soup Gratinée layers deeply caramelized onions in a savory broth enriched with red wine and Worcestershire, then finishes under the broiler with toasted bread, Gruyère, and Asiago until bubbling and golden. Expect a sweet-savory balance, tangy depth from a splash of vinegar, and a luscious, crusty cheese cap. Perfect for a cozy dinner starter or a comforting cold-weather main.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
In a large pot over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the red onions, sweet onions, and salt, and cook, stirring often, until the onions are caramelized and nearly syrupy, about 35 minutes.
- 2
Stir in the chicken broth, beef broth, red wine, and Worcestershire sauce. Tie the parsley, thyme, and bay leaf together with kitchen twine and add to the pot. Simmer over medium heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, then remove and discard the herb bundle. Reduce the heat to low; stir in the vinegar and season with salt and pepper. Cover the soup and keep it warm over low heat while you prepare the toast.
- 3
Position an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat and preheat the broiler. Place the bread slices on a baking sheet and broil, turning once, until well toasted on both sides, about 3 minutes. Remove from the oven; leave the broiler on.
- 4
Set 4 large oven-safe bowls or crocks on a rimmed baking sheet. Fill each bowl two-thirds full with hot soup. Top each with 1 slice of toasted bread, 2 slices of Gruyère cheese, and 1/4 of the Asiago cheese. Lightly sprinkle paprika over each.
- 5
Broil until bubbly and golden brown, about 5 minutes. The cheese will flow over the sides of the crock and form a beautifully melted, crusty seal as it melts.
- 6
Serve hot and enjoy!
- Calories 522.86 kcal High
- Protein 22.36 g Good Source
- Carbs 38.19 g Moderate
- Total Fat 31.38 g High
- Saturated Fat 18.65 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 82.74 mg High
- Sodium 996.53 mg High
- Fiber 3.58 g Moderate
- Sugar 6.1 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.22 g Low Source
- Calcium 578.15 mg Good Source
- Iron 1.94 mg Moderate
- Potassium 357.25 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 9.02 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 1.94 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.4 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
French Onion Soup Gratinée is a French dinner recipe made with 17 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 15 mins, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Beef Broth, Butter, and Chicken Broth. Each serving provides about 522.86 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is French Onion Soup Gratinée?
- It is a French soup recipe made with 17 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is French Onion Soup Gratinée made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Beef Broth, Butter, Chicken Broth, Dried Bay Leaves. The full list of 17 is above.
- What goes well with French Onion Soup Gratinée?
- Explore these French side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make French Onion Soup Gratinée?
- About 1 hr 15 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 522.86 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is French Onion Soup Gratinée easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 17 ingredients and 6 steps.
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