Onion soup
Onion soup is a classic French soup that is rich and flavorful. Here is a simple recipe for onion soup that you can easily make at home.
Ingredients:
- 4 large onions, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 baguette, sliced
- 2 cups grated Gruyere cheese
Instructions:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the onions and garlic to the pot and sauté until soft and translucent, about 10 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook the onions until caramelized, stirring occasionally, for about 30 minutes.
- Add the beef broth, red wine, Worcestershire sauce, and bay leaves to the pot, and stir well.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, until the flavors have melded together.
- Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.
- While the soup is simmering, preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Arrange the sliced baguette on a baking sheet and toast in the oven until lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the soup from the heat and discard the bay leaves.
- Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls, filling them about ¾ of the way full.
- Place the toasted baguette slices on top of the soup in each bowl, and sprinkle the grated Gruyere cheese on top.
- Place the bowls on a baking sheet and broil in the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2-3 minutes.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh herbs, if desired.
Enjoy your delicious homemade onion soup!
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Onion Soup Nutrition information
Here is the nutrition information for the given recipe for 4 servings:
- Calories: 466 kcal
- Total Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 69 mg
- Sodium: 1334 mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Dietary Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 12 g
- Protein: 17 g
Health Benefits of Onion Soup
⇒ Anti-inflammatory properties
Onions and garlic contain compounds that have anti-inflammatory properties. These properties may help reduce inflammation in the body, which is associated with many chronic health conditions.
⇒ Immune system support
Onions and garlic are packed with nutrients like vitamin C and selenium that can help support a healthy immune system. A strong immune system is crucial for fighting off infections and diseases.
⇒ Heart health
Onions and garlic may help promote heart health by reducing inflammation, lowering blood pressure, and improving cholesterol levels.
⇒ Digestive health
Onions and garlic contain prebiotic fibers that can help promote the growth of beneficial gut bacteria. This may help improve digestive health and reduce the risk of certain gastrointestinal disorders.
⇒ Bone health
Onions contain compounds like quercetin and sulfur that may help promote bone health and reduce the risk of osteoporosis.
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