Best 6 Cheesy Swiss Onion Soup Recipes

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Cheesy Swiss onion soup is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is a rich and flavorful dish that is made with onions, broth, cheese, and bread. There are many different recipes for cheesy Swiss onion soup, but they all share some common ingredients and techniques. The first step is to caramelize the onions, which brings out their sweetness and flavor. Once the onions are caramelized, they are added to a pot of broth and simmered until they are soft. Then, the cheese is added and melted, and the soup is thickened with bread or cornstarch. Finally, the soup is served hot, topped with croutons or fried onions.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

ONION CHEESE SOUP



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I made a few adjustments to this savory soup recipe I came across in a community cookbook. It's rich, buttery and cheesy, plus it's so quick to prepare. -Janice Pogozelski, Cleveland, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large onion, chopped
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pepper to taste
4 cups whole milk
2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
Seasoned salad croutons
Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese and minced chives

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute the onion in butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Stir in cheese until melted. Serve with croutons and; if desired, top with Parmesan cheese and minced chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 22g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 540mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

RICH AND SIMPLE FRENCH ONION SOUP



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We have been trying French onion soup in restaurants for years and my family and friends agree none can compare to my recipe for taste and simplicity of preparation.

Provided by Lori Levin

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Onion Soup Recipes     French Onion Soup Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cups sliced onions
4 (10.5 ounce) cans beef broth
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
4 slices French bread
4 slices provolone cheese
2 slices Swiss cheese, diced
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Melt butter with olive oil in an 8 quart stock pot on medium heat. Add onions and continually stir until tender and translucent. Do not brown the onions.
  • Add beef broth, sherry and thyme. Season with salt and pepper, and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Heat the oven broiler.
  • Ladle soup into oven safe serving bowls and place one slice of bread on top of each (bread may be broken into pieces if you prefer). Layer each slice of bread with a slice of provolone, 1/2 slice diced Swiss and 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese. Place bowls on cookie sheet and broil in the preheated oven until cheese bubbles and browns slightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 585.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Cholesterol 98 mg, Fat 43.9 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 24.2 g, Sodium 1578.3 mg, Sugar 6 g

SWISS CHEESE AND ONION SOUP



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Make and share this Swiss Cheese and Onion Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by talibaba

Categories     Onions

Time 45m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 garlic clove, minced
3 cups thinly-sliced onions
5 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
2 cups water or 2 cups stock
1 1/2 cups warmed milk
1 1/2 cups grated swiss cheese
3/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1 tablespoon dry sherry (or more, to taste)
1/2 teaspoon prepared horseradish
1 1/2 teaspoons salt (more, to taste)
black pepper
1/2 teaspoon tamari
3 drops Tabasco sauce
Worcestershire sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tbs. butter in a saucepan. Add garlic, onion, mustard and salt. Saute until tender.
  • Add water. Cover and simmer over low heat.
  • In a separate saucepan, melt remaining 3 Tbs. butter. Whisk in 3 Tbs. flour and cook, whisking over low heat, one minute.
  • Add milk. Cook, whisking, until uniform and thick, 5-8 minutes.
  • Add horseradish, Sherry and cheese.
  • Add cheese sauce to onion and mix thoroughly. Add pepper, tamari, Tabasco and Worcestershire. Cook over low heat 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Salt and pepper to taste, then serve with some fresh grated cheese on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423, Fat 29.3, SaturatedFat 18.5, Cholesterol 88.2, Sodium 1832.3, Carbohydrate 23.4, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 6, Protein 17.5

CREAMY SWISS ONION SOUP



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It was a cool spring day when I came up with this sweet and creamy variation of traditional baked French onion soup. I top individual bowls with toasty buttered croutons and a sprinkling of Swiss cheese, then pop them under the broiler. The rich results are delightful! - I. MacKay Starr, North Saanich, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

7 tablespoons butter, divided
1-1/2 cups cubed day-old bread
3 large onions, quartered and thinly sliced
1-1/2 cups water
4-1/2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1-3/4 cups milk, divided
1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese, divided
Pepper to taste
Fresh minced chives or parsley

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, saute 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 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 four ovenproof bowls; sprinkle with reserved croutons and remaining cheese. Broil 4 in. from the heat until cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with chives.

Nutrition Facts :

CHEESY SWISS ONION SOUP



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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

7 tablespoons butter, divided
1 1/2 cups day-old bread, cubed
3 large onions, quartered & thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups water
4 1/2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 3/4 cups milk, divided
1 1/2 cups shredded swiss cheese, divided
pepper
fresh minced chives (optional) or fresh minced parsley (optional)

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

SWISS CHEESE SOUP



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This is an unusual but good recipe.

Provided by Karena

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 cups chicken stock
10 cloves garlic, crushed
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ cup white wine
2 ½ cups shredded Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • Place the stock in a large pot over high heat. Bring to a boil, stir in the garlic and reduce heat to low.
  • In separate skillet over medium heat, combine the butter and flour and stir well for a few minutes. Add the garlic and stock mixture along with the wine, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil to thicken.
  • Stir in the cheese and serve immediately. (Do NOT allow to boil once cheese has been added, and do not allow to sit long or the cheese will separate out.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.4 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Cholesterol 61.8 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 89.4 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for fresh onions, Gruyère cheese, and beef broth.
  • Caramelize the onions slowly over low heat until they are golden brown. This will bring out their natural sweetness and flavor.
  • Use a good quality bread for the croutons. A baguette or sourdough bread works well.
  • Toast the croutons until they are golden brown and crispy. This will help them to stay afloat in the soup.
  • Top the soup with a generous amount of Gruyère cheese before serving. This will melt and become gooey, adding a delicious flavor to the soup.

Conclusion:

This Cheesy Swiss Onion Soup is a classic French dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is rich, flavorful, and comforting. The caramelized onions and Gruyère cheese give the soup a delicious flavor that is sure to please everyone at the table. Follow these tips to make the best Cheesy Swiss Onion Soup:

  • Use high-quality ingredients.
  • Caramelize the onions slowly.
  • Use a good quality bread for the croutons.
  • Toast the croutons until they are golden brown and crispy.
  • Top the soup with a generous amount of Gruyère cheese before serving.

Enjoy this delicious soup with your family and friends!

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