Have you ever found yourself craving a hearty, flavorful, and comforting meal? Look no further than cheesy onion soup! This classic dish is a delightful blend of rich, savory broth, caramelized onions, and melted cheese. Whether you seek a quick and easy weeknight dinner or an impressive dish to serve at a special occasion, cheesy onion soup fits the bill. With just a few pantry staples and some simple cooking techniques, you can create a bowl of cheesy onion soup that will warm your soul and leave you satisfied. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHEESY FRENCH BREAD ONION SOUP
Make and share this Cheesy French Bread Onion Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Kirstin in the Couv
Categories Meat
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In large Dutch oven over medium heat, melt butter.
- Add onions and sugar.
- Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, 30 minutes or until onions are tender but not colored.
- Uncover pan, increase heat slightly and continue to cook, stirring regularly until onions are rich caramel colour (10 to 15 minutes) DO NOT LET ONIONS BURN.
- Stir in flour until well blended.
- Gradually add wine; cook, stirring constantly, until mixture boils and thickens.
- Stir in beef broth and pepper; bring to boil.
- Reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer 15 minutes.
- Ladle soup into 6, 1-1/2 cup oven proof bowls.
- Top each with bread slice; sprinkle with swiss cheese and parmesan cheeses and paprika.
- Place bowls on jelly roll pan.
- Broil until cheese melts and bubbles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.9, Fat 21.1, SaturatedFat 13.1, Cholesterol 60.8, Sodium 1029.8, Carbohydrate 33.4, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 7.1, Protein 19.9
EXTRA CHEESY FRENCH ONION SOUP
Better than restaurant onion soup. Make the entire quantity and place in freezer in heavy duty freezer bags. When vidalias are in season, I double and triple the recipe to have the soup on hand.
Provided by BoxOWine
Categories Onions
Time 2h30m
Yield 14 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Make stock by bringing 10 cups water to boil.
- Add beef and chicken bouillon pastes (or heat canned beef and chicken broth).
- Lower heat to simmer and let simmer while preparing onions.
- Melt butter slowly (so it does not brown) in large soup pot over low heat.
- Add thinly sliced onions.
- Stir, cover, and cook on low heat until lightly brown, stirring occasionally, about 30 mins.
- Add wine, bring to boil, scraping up browed bits.
- Cook about 5 mins.
- stirring occasionally.
- Add about 5 good shakes of worcestershire sauce.
- Add stock to onions.
- Bring to boil, turn heat down to simmer and simmer uncovered about 1 1/2 hrs.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- BREAD SLICES- BRUSH OLIVE OIL ON SLICES.
- SPRINKLE WITH PARMESAN AND PLACE IN OVEN ON COOKIE SHEET AT 375f UNTIL LIGHTLY BROWN.
- Ladle soup into ovenproof bowls.
- Float bread on top of soup.
- Top with 2 or 3 cheese slices.
- Place in oven or microwave until cheese melts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 152, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 17.5, Sodium 128.2, Carbohydrate 16.1, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 7.3, Protein 2
CHEESY SWISS ONION SOUP
I got this recipe from Quick Cooking Magazine a couple of years ago. This is delicious and pretty easy to make. Great for onion soup lovers and fancy dinners.
Provided by Nicole Brummett
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h5m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Melt 3 tablespoons of butter; toss with bread cubes.
- Place on a lightly greased baking sheet.
- Bake at 350° for 7 minutes; turn and bake 7 minutes longer or until toasted.
- Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, sauté onions in remaining butter until lightly browned, about 12 minutes.
- Stir in water and bouillon; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Combine flour and 1/2 cup of milk until smooth; gradually stir into onion mixture.
- Stir in remaining milk.
- Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes, stirring until thickened.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in 3/4 cup Swiss cheese and pepper.
- Ladle into 4 oven proof bowls; sprinkle with reserved croutons and remaining cheese.
- Broil 4 inches from heat until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1049.5, Fat 72.8, SaturatedFat 45.3, Cholesterol 211.8, Sodium 1876.5, Carbohydrate 65.2, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 12.9, Protein 36.7
CHEESY ONION AND POTATO SOUP
Make and share this Cheesy Onion and Potato Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Alison J.
Categories Potato
Time 45m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook onions in butter until limp, but not brown.
- Add potato, water, bouillon cubes, salt, and pepper. Cover, bring to a boil, then simmer for about 15 minutes till potatoes are tender.
- Remove from heat and blend till smooth.
- Return to saucepan and add milk and cheese.
- Reheat slowly until cheese melts, but do not boil!
CHEESY ONION SOUP
Make and share this Cheesy Onion Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Darlene Summers
Categories Onions
Time 20m
Yield 4 bowls
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt shortening in a pot and add the onions; cook till browned.
- Add flour, stirring constantly.
- Add milk (a little at a time), stirring constantly.
- When soup gets HOT and THICK, add the cheese and stir till cheese is melted and soup is smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Shake paprika on top of soup in bowl and serve.
CREAMY, CHEESY ONION SOUP
If you like onions..you will like this delicious soup. Even my kids like it...what's not to like? It's cheesy, creamy and savory. ..It's also a quick fix, when in a hurry...I guarantee you will love it. Serve it with a salad, and a slice of crusty bread, and you will have a complete and satisfying meal. This makes 4...
Provided by Cassie *
Categories Other Soups
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Gather ingredients Ignore the sour cream, had pic taken before realized it wasn't needed in the soup
- 2. In large skillet, cook the onions in 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until tender.
- 3. Add the broth, bouillon and pepper, bring to boil and remove from heat.
- 4. In a large saucepan, melt the remaining butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Slowly blend in the milk
- 5. Bring to a boil for 1 - 2 minutes or till thickened. Reduce heat; add processed cheese and the onion mixture. Cook and stir until the cheese is melted.
- 6. If you want, garnish with shredded cheddar and some parsley... This is very savory and delicious!
Tips:
- Use a variety of onions for a more flavorful soup.
- Sauté the onions slowly over low heat to caramelize them and bring out their sweetness.
- Use a good quality beef broth for a richer flavor.
- Add a splash of white wine or sherry for a more complex flavor.
- Use a variety of cheeses for a more flavorful and gooey soup.
- Serve the soup with a crusty baguette or crostini for dipping.
Conclusion:
French onion soup is a classic dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious and comforting bowl of French onion soup that will warm you up from the inside out.
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