Best 7 French Onion Salt Recipes

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Craving the aromatic, caramelized flavors of French onion soup in a convenient seasoning form? Look no further! French onion salt captures the essence of this classic dish, allowing you to elevate your culinary creations with a touch of savory goodness. This versatile seasoning is a delightful addition to a variety of dishes, adding a subtle depth of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets to crafting the perfect French onion salt, transforming your meals into extraordinary flavor experiences.

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FRENCH ONION SALT



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This blend gives my French Onion Breakfast Strata its distinctive flavor profile. Chives are my herb of choice, but oregano or thyme is also nice.

Provided by Heidi Swanson

Categories     Quick & Easy     Onion     Green Onion/Scallion     Chive     Spice     Rub

Yield Makes ½ cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

¼ cup dried minced onion
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon fine-grain sea salt
3 tablespoons chopped dried chives

Steps:

  • In a jar with a lid, combine the minced onion, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and chives. Store the salt at room temperature for up to 6 months.

JONESY'S FRENCH ONION SOUP(LOW SALT)



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This recipe is quick and easy to make..The taste is simply amazing.Low salt chicken broth or low salt beef broth ,caramelized onions,with toasted pieces of multi-grain bread, topped with melted cheese.This is a winner and everyone will want the recipe for it.I know its a big hit around here.

Provided by Chef Reg Jones

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 bowls, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons becel margarine
3 tablespoons olive oil
5 large onions (peeled and sliced thin, save a handful for later)
1/8 cup water
3 sprigs fresh thyme
8 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth or 8 cups low sodium beef broth
1 teaspoon pepper
6 slices multi-grain bread (toasted) or 6 slices French bread (toasted)
2 cups swiss cheese, Gruyere (shredded) or 2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)

Steps:

  • Caramelize the onions by putting the onions in the oil and margarine in a large Dutch oven or soup pot with the water and pepper. Cover with a tight lid. Let the onions soften and sweat over medium heat about 10 minutes.
  • When the water has evaporated, remove the lid, turn heat to low and slowly caramelize the onions, stirring frequently for about one hour. Onions should be brown in color when ready and reduced in quantity to almost one half.
  • At this time, add the broth and thyme. Also add a small bit of raw onion if desired for body and appearance. Boil and bit longer to soften these.
  • Season again with pepper to taste.
  • Preheat the oven broiler. Ladle the soup into oven proof soup bowls. Fit a slice of the toasted bread on top. Sprinkle with the cheese.
  • Place bowls on cookie sheet.
  • Broil till cheese melts and turns golden.
  • ---------ENJOY THIS GREAT SOUP----------------.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 551.3, Fat 29.9, SaturatedFat 12.3, Cholesterol 49.7, Sodium 419.5, Carbohydrate 43.5, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 11.8, Protein 31.5

AUTHENTIC FRENCH ONION SOUP COURTESY OF JULIA CHILD



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There are a lot of French Onion Soup recipes on Zaar, but I think that this very authentic version deserves a place on the list. After making many of the existing recipes with success, I wrote down this recipe while watching Julia Child in a very old episode of "The French Chef". It takes a little longer, but the time is very well spent. It is also more detailed than others and includes fool-proof instructions for properly browning onions as well as many extra add-ins. Don't be put off by the long list of ingredients. The sage, wine, raw onion, and cognac are optional, but they contribute a lot, so use what you have. The result is an out-of-this-world onion soup with an amazing depth of flavor. You can make this even days ahead of time and then add the toasted bread ("croutes" as Julia calls them) and cheese and bake it the day of. This can be made vegetarian by using a beefy-flavored veg broth such as Better than Bullion Beefless broth instead of beef stock. Try it and love it! Enjoy!

Provided by Anita de la Costa

Categories     European

Time 2h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 -6 cups yellow onions, thinly sliced (about 1 1/2 to 2 lbs)
1 tablespoon cooking oil
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons flour
6 cups beef stock (preferably homemade)
1/2 cup wine (dry white wine or dry white vermouth)
salt and pepper
12 ounces swiss cheese, grated
4 ounces parmesan cheese, grated
one half raw yellow onion
2 -3 tablespoons cognac
8 slices French bread (about 1 inch thick)
4 tablespoons olive oil, for drizzling

Steps:

  • Place heavy bottom stock pot or dutch over over medium-low heat.
  • Add 1 Tbs cooking oil, 2Tbs butter to pot.
  • Add sliced onions and stir until they are evenly coated with the oil.
  • Cover and cook for about 20 minutes until they are very tender and translucent.
  • To brown or caramelize the onions turn heat under pot to medium or medium high heat.
  • Add 1/2 tsp sugar and 1 tsp salt and continue to cook uncovered, stirring frequently until the onions have browned and reduced significantly.
  • Once caramelized, reduce heat to medium-low and add 3 Tbs flour to the onions.
  • Brown the flour for about 2-3 minutes trying not to scorch it. (If the flour does not form a thick paste, you can add a bit more butter here).
  • Stir in about 1 cup of warm stock, scraping the bottom of the pan to get up all of the cooked-on bits.
  • Add the rest of the stock, wine to the soup.
  • Simmer for 30 minutes.
  • To make the "croutes" (toasted bread), heat oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Drizzle each side of the bread slices with a bit of olive oil and place on baking sheet.
  • Cook the croutes for 15 minutes in oven on each side (30 minutes total).
  • Check the soup for seasoning and add salt and pepper if needed.
  • Transfer to a casserole dish.
  • At this point you can add the 2-3 Tbs cognac and grate the 1/2 raw onion into the soup.
  • Add a few ounces of the swiss cheese directly into the soup and stir.
  • Place the toasted bread in a single layer on top of the soup.
  • Sprinkle the rest of the cheese in a thick layer on top of the bread making sure to cover the edges of the toast to prevent burning.
  • Drizzle with a little oil or melted butter.
  • Place in a 350 degree oven for about 30 minutes.
  • Turn on broiler and brown cheese well.
  • Let cool for a few minutes.
  • Bon Apetit!

CLASSIC FRENCH ONION SOUP



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Enjoy my signature French onion soup the way my granddaughter Becky does: I make onion soup for her in a crock bowl, complete with garlic croutons and gobs of melted Swiss cheese on top. -Lou Sansevero, Ferron, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 2h15m

Yield 12 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon butter
8 cups thinly sliced onions (about 3 pounds)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup port wine
2 cartons (32 ounces each) beef broth
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
24 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick)
2 large garlic cloves, peeled and halved
3/4 cup shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons oil and butter over medium heat. Add onions; cook and stir until softened, 10-13 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, until deep golden brown, 30-40 minutes. Add minced garlic; cook 2 minutes longer., Stir in wine. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half. Add broth, pepper and salt; return to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, for 1 hour. , Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400°. Place baguette slices on a baking sheet; brush both sides with remaining 3 tablespoons oil. Bake until toasted, 3-5 minutes on each side. Rub toasts with halved garlic. , To serve, place twelve 8-oz. broiler-safe bowls or ramekins on baking sheets; place 2 toasts in each. Ladle with soup; top with cheese. Broil 4 in. from heat until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 773mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

FRENCH ONION BREAKFAST STRATA



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This is where French onion dip meets savory bread pudding; it's the perfect make-ahead brunch headliner.

Provided by Heidi Swanson

Categories     Quick & Easy     Brunch     Breakfast     Egg     Onion     Chive     Garlic     Cheese     Soy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Vegetarian

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more to grease and drizzle
½ cup French Onion Salt or 1-ounce packet French onion dip mix
2 cups dairy, almond, or oat milk
6 eggs, beaten well
4 cups day-old ½-inch whole grain bread cubes
⅓ cup grated Gruyère cheese
1 bunch chives, minced

Steps:

  • Rub a small splash of olive oil across an 8-inch baking dish, or equivalent.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, onion dip mix, and milk. Add the eggs and whisk well again. Arrange the bread cubes in the prepared baking dish in an even layer. Very slowly, drizzle the liquid mixture over the bread and sprinkle with the cheese. Cover the dish and refrigerate overnight.
  • When you are ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F and place a rack in the center. Bake the strata, uncovered, for 45 to 55 minutes, until the egg is set and puffy and the edges are golden brown. (Cut into it to be sure it is well cooked.)
  • Serve the strata warm, drizzled with a bit of olive oil and sprinkled with chives.

FRENCH ONION SOUP



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French onion soup feeds the soul on a cold day, and now you can enjoy it at the best restaurant on the block: your place. Our classic recipe turns a lazy Sunday into a long-simmering affair. Set yourself up for maximum coziness and serve it bubbling hot.

Provided by Greg Lofts

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 pounds sweet onions, such as Vidalia, halved and thinly sliced (9 cups)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 clove garlic, minced (1 teaspoon)
3 thyme sprigs
1 bay leaf
Kosher salt and freshly ground white pepper
1/2 cup dry vermouth or dry white wine
2 quarts beef stock, preferably homemade
1/3 cup sweet Marsala, Madeira, or port wine
6 slices French bread or other soft country loaf (each 1 inch thick), lightly toasted
8 ounces Gruyère, coarsely grated (2 cups)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large, heavy pot over medium. Add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and beginning to turn golden, 35 to 40 minutes (if onions develop color quickly, reduce heat).
  • Add butter, garlic, thyme, bay leaf, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring a few times, until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes more. Add vermouth and boil, scraping up browned bits from bottom of pot, until mostly evaporated, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Stir in stock and Marsala. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and gently simmer 45 minutes. Season to taste.
  • Preheat broiler. Ladle soup into broiler-safe crocks or bowls set on a rimmed baking sheet. Nestle a piece of toast into each, partially submerged, and top each with 1/3 cup Gruyère. Broil until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown in places, 2 to 4 minutes. (Soup without toast and cheese can be cooled and refrigerated in an airtight container up to 3 days, or frozen up to 6 months.)

FRENCH ONION SOUP VII



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Beautiful French onion soup. Good for a cold evening or after a late night as a midnight snack. Alternatively, grill the bread and cheese first, and serve in soup or on the side. This keeps well; in fact, it gets better with time. Enjoy and experiment!

Provided by Zabocka

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

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup butter
8 onions, sliced
1 quart vegetable broth
1 ½ cups white wine
salt and pepper to taste
6 slices baguette
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Saute onions until deep brown, about 20 minutes. Stir in broth and wine, using a wooden spoon to scrape the bottom of the pot. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until heated through.
  • Preheat oven on broiler setting. Ladle soup into heatproof serving bowls. Top each bowl with a slice of bread, and sprinkle with cheese. Place under a hot broiler until cheese is melted and slightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.4 g, Cholesterol 44.4 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 13.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 699.3 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your French onion salt will taste. Use fresh, flavorful onions, and choose a good quality salt.
  • Caramelize the onions slowly and patiently: This is the key step in making French onion salt. Don't rush the process, or the onions won't develop their full flavor.
  • Use a variety of onions: For a more complex flavor, use a combination of yellow, white, and red onions.
  • Add herbs and spices to taste: Feel free to experiment with different herbs and spices to create your own unique blend of French onion salt.
  • Store the salt in an airtight container: This will help to preserve its flavor and prevent it from becoming stale.

Conclusion:

French onion salt is a versatile seasoning that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes. It's perfect for sprinkling on roasted vegetables, grilled meats, or even popcorn. You can also use it to make a delicious French onion dip. With its rich, savory flavor, French onion salt is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

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