Effortless 4-Ingredient French Onion (Printable)

Caramelized onions and rich broth topped with melted Gruyère for a simple, comforting French dish.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2.6 pounds yellow onions, thinly sliced

→ Dairy & Cheese

02 - 5.3 ounces Gruyère cheese, grated

→ Pantry

03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Broth

04 - 5 cups high-quality beef or vegetable broth

# How To Make:

01 - Heat butter in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt.
02 - Cook onions gently, stirring occasionally, until deeply caramelized and golden brown, about 30 to 35 minutes.
03 - Increase heat to medium, pour in broth, scraping up browned bits from the pot. Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes. Season to taste.
04 - Preheat oven broiler. Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls and top each with a generous handful of grated Gruyère cheese.
05 - Place bowls under the broiler for 2 to 3 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbling.
06 - Serve immediately, optionally accompanied by sliced baguette.

# Top Suggestions:

01 -
  • Simple budget-friendly recipe
  • Deeply satisfying classic soup
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  • For richer flavor, use beef broth; for vegetarian, opt for vegetable broth
  • Traditional French onion soup includes baguette slices—add if desired
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  • Cook onions slowly for maximum caramelization and flavor
  • Use high quality broth for the best taste
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