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Jean-Christophe Novelli

Classic French Onion Soup


Serves 4

Ingredients

For the Soup

  • 1.2kg (2lb 10oz) red onions, thinly sliced
  • 200g (7oz) unsalted butter
  • 80ml (3 floz) dry white wine
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 100ml (4floz) chicken stock
  • 2 litres (3 pints 11floz) vegetable or chicken stock
  • 1 sprig thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • salt and pepper

For the Croutons

Method

For the Soup

  1. Melt the butter in a large saucepan and cook the onions for about 6 to 8 minutes until softened.
  2. Add the sugar and cook for a further 5 minutes until the onions caramelise.
  3. Add the chicken stock and cook for 5 minutes until reduced.
  4. Stir in the vegetable stock and cook for 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

For the Croutons

  1. Toast the baguette slices. Brush with garlic oil and top with the cheese.
  2. Grill for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbling.

To Serve

  1. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with the cheesy croutons.
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