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French onion soup with Gruyère toast
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French onion soup with Gruyère toast

Classic French onion soup features deeply caramelized onions simmered in a rich beef stock with red wine, balsamic vinegar, and brandy. It is topped with toasted bread and a generous layer of melted Gruyère cheese. Serve piping hot for the ultimate comforting dining experience.

Prep15 min
Cook45 min
Servings4
Cal/serving415
#Soup#french cuisine

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • Garlic9 კბილი
  • Red wine200 ml
  • Beef stock1000 ml
  • Balsamic vinegar60 ml
  • Brandy60 ml

Instructions

5 steps
  1. 1

    Peel and thinly slice the onions and garlic. Then using the butter sauté in a large pan for 15-20 minutes, until brown. Stir well before adding the red wine, stock, vinegar and brandy. Bring to the boil and simmer for about 10 minutes.

  2. 2

    Toast the bread and top with the grated cheese and place under the grill until the cheese is melted.

  3. 3

    Season the soup with salt and pepper.

  4. 4

    Keeping the soup in the pan, top with the sliced bread and a sprinkle of cheese. Place under the grill until it turns brown and the cheese has melted.

  5. 5

    Scatter with fresh chopped parsley and serve from the pan at the table.

Nutrition

1 serving ≈ 338 g

Nutrition values are estimates. - means data is unavailable.

415
kcal
23.6g
Protein
23.6g
Carbs
23.6g
Fat
3.4g
Fiber

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