Best 5 French Onion Soup With Beef Stock Recipes

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Are you ready to impress your taste buds with a classic French delicacy? Welcome to the world of French onion soup with beef stock, a timeless recipe that combines the rich flavors of caramelized onions, hearty beef stock, and melted cheese. In this article, we will take you on a culinary journey through its history, variations, and the essential steps to create the perfect bowl of this iconic soup. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking to expand your culinary horizons, we've got you covered. So put on your apron, gather your ingredients, and get ready to savor the delightful flavors of French onion soup with beef stock.

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EASY FRENCH ONION SOUP



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This soup is simple to make after work. My husband thinks it is as good if not better than any we've ever had in a restaurant.

Provided by Elizabeth Fullerton

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

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

Steps:

  • Place onions and butter in saucepan.
  • Sauté on medium heat until onions are tender.
  • Add garlic and sauté 1-2 minutes (don't let garlic burn).
  • Add beef broth, consomme, and Woschershire sauce.
  • Bring to a boil for 1 minute.
  • Take ovenproof bowls (I use over-sized coffee mugs) and place 0.125 cup of cheese in bottom of each bowl.
  • Fill bowl with soup leaving room at the top.
  • Place toasted French bread on top.
  • Top with 0.125 cup Swiss cheese.
  • Place under broiler until cheese is bubbly.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Caution--bowls will be hot!

FRENCH ONION SOUP



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This French onion soup recipe will knock your socks off! Made with the richest broth, perfect caramelized onions, and three types of cheese!

Provided by Amy

Categories     Soup

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
5 large yellow onions (, thinly sliced)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
2 cloves garlic (, minced)
1/2 cup red wine
32 ounces low-sodium beef broth
24 ounces low-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
1/2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper ( , to taste)
5 1-inch thick slices of French bread
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 cups shredded Gruyere Swiss cheese (, room temperature)
1/4 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese (, room temperature)
2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese (, room temperature)

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add in the onions and sauté, stirring often, until softened, about 10 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium, stir in the salt and sugar; cook for another 35 minutes, stirring occasionally (every 5 minutes or so), until onions are caramelized and almost syrupy.
  • Add in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Pour in the red wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any brown bits on the bottom and sides.
  • Add in the beef broth, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and bay leaf.
  • Gently simmer over medium/medium-low heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove and discard the herbs.
  • Mix in vinegar and taste. Season with additional salt and pepper, if necessary.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover to keep hot while you prepare the bread.
  • Preheat oven broiler, with rack 6 inches from the heat source. Arrange bread slices on a baking sheet and brush both sides with the olive oil. Broil 2-3 minutes, flipping once, until well toasted on both sides. (NOTE: keep an eye on the bread the entire time to ensure it doesn't burn. Every oven is different.) Remove from heat; leave broiler on.
  • Arrange oven safe bowls or crocks on a rimmed baking sheet. Fill each bowl 2/3 full with hot soup. Top each bowl with 1 slice toasted bread, and sprinkle with the Swiss, Mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses.
  • Broil until bubbly and golden brown. As it softens, the cheese will fall over the sides of the crock and form a wonderful crusty seal.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 1014 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

FRENCH ONION SOUP WITH HOMEMADE BEEF STOCK



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While making the beef stock from scratch is time consuming, it really makes for a fabulous soup! Of course you can always buy beef stock too (if you are in a bit of a hurry)! This serves 4 as a main course with crunchy French bread and a simple side salad (try mixing tender butter lettuce, sweet green and red leaf lettuce, some crunchy iceberg, confettied light green cabbage and grated carrot with candied pecans and a light balsamic or Italian dressing).

Provided by Lolobug

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

Time 6h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 26

12 cups water
1 pound beef short ribs
3 parsnips, peeled and cubed
3 onions, coarsely chopped
2 carrots, peeled and coarsely chopped
2 stalks celery with leaves, coarsely chopped
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh thyme
¼ cup butter
4 large onions, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, smashed
¼ cup flour, or more as needed
1 teaspoon herbes de Provence
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme, or to taste
¼ cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 dash hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®), or to taste
4 thick slices French bread
basil and garlic-flavored olive oil for brushing
2 cups grated Gruyere cheese
1 pinch sea salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place the water, beef ribs, parsnips, onions, carrots, celery, bay leaves, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of fresh thyme into a large soup pot over medium heat, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, and cook, skimming and discarding the foam that forms on the top of the broth, until the broth is a rich brown color, 5 to 6 hours. Broth may be made in a slow cooker. Strain the broth, discard the ribs and vegetables, and refrigerate extra broth.
  • Melt butter in a large heavy skillet or cast iron pan over medium-low heat, and cook the onions and garlic until caramelized and brown, about 30 minutes. Mix flour, herbes de Provence, paprika, and garlic powder together in a bowl, and sprinkle the flour mixture over the browned onions. Cook and stir 5 minutes; add salt and black pepper to taste, and mix in parsley and 1 more teaspoon of thyme.
  • Pour in 4 cups of beef broth, white wine, sherry, and hot pepper sauce; simmer until the flavors have blended and the soup has thickened, at least 15 minutes. More time couldn't hurt.
  • About 15 minutes before serving time, preheat oven's broiler, and place a rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
  • Brush the slices of French bread with flavored olive oil, and toast under the preheated broiler until well browned on each side, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Ladle soup into ovenproof soup bowls, and place a toasted bread slice on top of each bowl. Sprinkle each bread slice evenly with Gruyere cheese.
  • Place the filled soup bowls under the broiler until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and browned, 2 to 4 minutes or as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 865.4 calories, Carbohydrate 82.5 g, Cholesterol 135.9 mg, Fat 40.7 g, Fiber 13.5 g, Protein 42.1 g, SaturatedFat 21.9 g, Sodium 1319.9 mg, Sugar 22.2 g

FRENCH ONION SOUP WITH BEEF



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If you like the classic version, you are going to love this hearty French onion soup with beef, topped with a cheesy toasted baguette.

Provided by Fox Valley Foodie

Categories     Soup

Time 2h40m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 1/2 pounds beef stew meat (cubed)
3 tablespoons butter
1 ½ pounds thinly sliced yellow onions (approximately 2 large onions)
½ teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tablespoons flour
4 cups beef stock
1 cup dry white wine (such as Chardonay)
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 bay leaf
¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
4 slices French baguette (toasted)
½ pound grated Gruyere cheese (or Swiss cheese)

Steps:

  • Add cooking oil to a large pot or Dutch oven and set over medium high heat. Once oil is shimmering add beef stew meat and sear until well browned on all sides.
  • Once browned, remove the beef from the pot and set aside in a large bowl. Reduce the heat to medium. Deglaze any burnt on browned bits on the bottom of the pot by adding a splash of beef stock and scraping them loose with a wooden spoon. Pour off liquid into the bowl with the seared beef.
  • Add butter to the pot along with sliced onions, sugar, and salt. Slowly caramelize the onions until deeply golden brown, stirring occasionally. Approximately 30 minutes. Add minced garlic and saute for an additional two minutes.
  • Sprinkle flour into the onion mixture, stir it around to fully incorporate and let the raw flour taste cook out for a minute or two, then add the beef and deglazing liquid back to the pot.
  • Add the remaining beef stock to the pot along with wine, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf, and black pepper. Cover the pot with a lid, reduce the heat to medium low, and let simmer for two hours, or until beef is tender.
  • Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls, top with toasted baguette slices and shredded cheese. Place bowls under the broiler until the cheese has melted, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 621 kcal, Carbohydrate 40 g, Protein 27 g, Fat 35 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 1267 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 10 g, UnsaturatedFat 17 g, ServingSize 1 serving

HOMEMADE BEEF STOCK FOR FRENCH ONION SOUP



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This recipe can be halved. After making the French Onion Soup, you will have a couple of cups of stock left over. You can use it in any recipe calling for beef stock.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Yield Makes 4 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 pounds beef bones (such as marrow bones or shin bones)
3 pounds oxtail
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 pounds unpeeled onions, quartered
2 large leeks, white and pale-green parts only, halved lengthwise, cut into 2-inch pieces and rinsed well
4 celery stalks, cut into thirds
3 large carrots, peeled, halved lengthwise, and cut into 2-inch pieces
8 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
6 sprigs fresh flat-leaf parsley
4 sprigs fresh thyme
2 bay leaves
2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns
1 cup red wine

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Arrange beef bones and oxtail in a single layer in a heavy roasting pan (not glass). Coat with oil. Roast, turning once, until deep brown, about 45 minutes.
  • Add tomato paste, onions, leeks, celery, carrots, and garlic, stirring well. Roast until vegetables are browned and tender, about 40 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make a bouquet garni by wrapping parsley, thyme, bay leaves, and peppercorns in a square of cheesecloth. Tie bundle with kitchen twine; set aside.
  • Transfer bones and vegetables to a large stockpot; set aside. Pour off fat from roasting pan. Set pan on stove across two burners. Add wine, and bring to a boil, deglazing pan by scraping up any brown bits from bottom with a wooden spoon; boil until wine is reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Add to stockpot.
  • Add 6 quarts (24 cups) water to stockpot. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; bring to a gentle simmer. Add bouquet garni. Simmer, uncovered, over low heat, 3 hours.
  • Carefully pass stock through a fine sieve into a large bowl or pot; discard solids. Let stock cool completely.
  • Transfer stock to airtight containers. Refrigerate at least 8 hours or up to 3 days before using (fat will solidify; discard it before using). The stock can be frozen up to 4 months.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality beef stock or broth for the base of your soup. This will give it a rich and flavorful taste.
  • caramelize the onions slowly and patiently. This will bring out their natural sweetness and depth of flavor.
  • Use a variety of cheeses for the topping. This will give the soup a more complex and interesting flavor. Gruyère, Emmental, and Parmesan are all good choices.
  • Toast the bread before adding it to the soup. This will help it to stay crispy and flavorful.
  • Serve the soup immediately after it is made. This will ensure that the cheese is melted and gooey, and the bread is still crispy.

Conclusion:

French onion soup is a classic soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is rich, flavorful, and comforting. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make this soup at home. So next time you are looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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