Trust me, this is one appetizer you don’t want to skip for your next French-inspired gathering!
This French Onion Soup is the ultimate way to kick off your French-themed soiree. It’s cozy, cheesy, and oozing with that Parisian bistro vibe that makes you feel like you’re dining at a cool sidewalk café… even in your own kitchen.
This classic French starter perfectly balances rich, savory broth, melted Swiss cheese, and toasty French bread. Whether paired with fondue, a haricot vert salad, or au gratin potato stacks, it’s a crowd-pleaser! Count on everyone reaching for seconds (and maybe thirds).
Ingredients
- 2 14 ounce cans beef broth
- 1 10 1/2 ounce can beef consomme
- 2 large onions sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 pressed garlic cloves
- 1 dash Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 4 slices toasted French bread
Instructions
- Sauté the onions and garlic: Start by melting the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add your onions and sauté until they’re soft and golden brown—about 10-15 minutes. We want those onions to caramelize and get all cozy. Once they’re tender, throw in the garlic and let it sauté for 1-2 minutes (just make sure it doesn’t burn, we’re going for flavor, not charred garlic!).
- Add the broth and simmer: Now, pour in the beef broth, consomme, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir everything together, bring it to a boil, and let it simmer for about 1 minute. Your kitchen is about to smell incredible.
- Prepare the bowls: Time to get your ovenproof bowls (I like oversized coffee mugs because, why not?) and place about 1/8 cup of shredded Swiss cheese at the bottom of each one. This is the start of that cheesy goodness.
- Assemble the soup: Fill each bowl with the soup, leaving a little room at the top for the bread. Place a slice of toasted French bread on top of the soup, then sprinkle with another 1/8 cup of Swiss cheese. Yes, more cheese. We’re not skimping here.
- Broil and serve: Place the bowls under the broiler and let them cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Keep a close eye on them—nobody wants burnt cheese (well, maybe a little crispy around the edges, but not burnt).
- Serve immediately: Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, remove from the broiler (careful, they’re hot!) and serve this beauty while it’s still steaming. Your guests will be drooling before they even get a spoon in their hands.
This French Onion Soup is the perfect way to warm up your guests before they dive into the rest of the spread. Bon appétit!
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