Mainly eaten in France.

French onion soup

Soupe à l'oignon

French onion soup is a warming bowl of slowly caramelised onions, topped with toasted bread and melted cheese. A classic of Parisian bistros, it is easy to make at home.

95 min Medium 4 servings
Francia hagymaleves recept: sajtos, pirított kenyérrel
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Ingredients

4 servings
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Method

  1. Frying the onions

    Melt the butter and oil in a large pan, then add the onions. Over a medium-low heat, stirring often, fry them for 35-40 minutes until deep brown and caramelised.

    40 min
  2. Seasoning

    Sprinkle the sugar and finely chopped garlic over the onions, then pour in the white wine. Cook until the liquid has almost completely evaporated.

    10 min
  3. Adding the stock

    Pour in the chicken stock, add the bay leaf and thyme, then season with salt and pepper. Simmer gently with the lid on for 30 minutes.

    30 min
  4. Toasting the bread

    Toast the bread slices in the oven at 180°C until golden brown, or fry them in a frying pan.

    8 min
  5. Serving

    Ladle the soup into heatproof bowls, top with the toasted bread, then cover generously with cheese. Grill or bake for 4-5 minutes until the cheese has melted and turned golden.

    5 min
Estimated nutrition
NutrientTotal (4 servings)1 servings
Energy2 245 kcal562 kcal
Fat131 g33 g
of which saturates63 g16 g
Carbohydrates171 g43 g
Protein72 g18 g
Fibre21 g5,2 g

An estimate calculated from the raw weight of the ingredients. Calculated with approximate data: onion. Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Allergens and diets Based on the ingredients, it shows which common allergens the recipe contains and which diets it suits (e.g. gluten-free, dairy-free). For sensitive digestion, high-FODMAP and lactose-containing ingredients are listed separately. For information only; always check the actual products.

Contains: gluten, milk, sulphites

May contain: celery (depends on the exact product used)

For sensitive digestion: onion, garlic, white bread (high-FODMAP or lactose-containing ingredients)

The labels are based on ingredient names, for information only and not medical advice. With a severe allergy or condition, check the actual products and ask your doctor.

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