Best 3 Just Like Paneras French Onion Soup Recipes
We all know the craving: you want to enjoy a warm, flavorful bowl of French onion soup but don't have the time or energy to cook it yourself. Panera Bread's French onion soup is arguably one of the best out there, with its rich, caramelized onions, gooey melted cheese, and perfectly crispy croutons. If you're looking to replicate this classic at home, you're in luck. There are several recipes that can help you achieve that same level of flavor and comfort without ever having to step foot in a restaurant.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
PANERA'S FRENCH ONION SOUP
I thought this soup was really good but not as good as panera's, which topsecreet recipes claim it is. Then again, I subsituted a mixture of light butter and no-fat butter spray for the sweet cream butter so that probably made a lot of difference. Either way, using my low-cal butter mixture and no cheese or croutons, I made this soup for about 40 calories per cup and it's a great filling soup for a diet. PS - If you have a food processor, save yourself tons of time by processing the onions!
Provided by Keee8698
Categories Clear Soup
Time 55m
Yield 4-5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. When the butter is melted, add sliced onions and saute over high heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring often, until onions turn brown.
- Add remaining ingredients (except bread and asiago) to the pot and stir to combine. (NOTE: to help the flour blend in, I recommend whisking it into the broth or water before adding) Heat soup until it's boiling, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
- Make croutons for the top of the soup by slicing foccacia bread (or other bread) into slices. Butter both sides of the slices, then cut into bite-size cubes. Bake the bread in a 425 degree oven for 15 minutes or until crispy. (I cut bread into bite-size pieces first, then spray with spray butter).
- Serve the soup with a handful of croutons and a couple tablespoons of shaved asiago on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.4, Fat 8.9, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 21, Sodium 1865.2, Carbohydrate 35.4, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 13.9, Protein 7.5
COPYCAT PANERA FRENCH ONION SOUP
This Copycat Panera French Onion Soup recipe tastes just like the real thing-and it's super simple to make at home!
Provided by All She Cooks
Categories Soup
Time 1h50m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Melt the butter and olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until the onions have softened and are transparent in color, around 18 to 20 minutes.
- Add salt, pepper, and sugar. Stirring constantly, cook for 30 more minutes or until the onions are caramelized and have a deeper golden color.
- Increase the heat to high and add the white wine. Cook for 12 more minutes or until the wine has reduced almost completely.
- Add the broth, rosemary and thyme and bring to a simmer. Stirring occasionally, cook until the broth has thickened and the flavors have bloomed, around 20 more minutes.
- Serve the soup into bowls. Top with the toasted baguette and a sprinkle of cheese and take to the broiler. Broil for around 7 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve immediately topped with fresh herbs or a crack of pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 532 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Protein 17 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 38 mg, Sodium 2455 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 12 g, ServingSize 1 serving
JUST LIKE PANERA'S FRENCH ONION SOUP
Make and share this Just Like Panera's French Onion Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Q214131
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 1h
Yield 8 3/4 Cup, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. When the butter is melted, add sliced onions and saute for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring often, until onions turn brown.
- Add remaining ingredients for the soup to the pan and stir to combine. Heat soup until it's boiling, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
- Serve with a 1/4 cup croutons floating on top followed by a 1 oz of shaved or shredded Asiago cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.9, Fat 6.3, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 15.2, Sodium 957.6, Carbohydrate 8.9, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.8, Protein 2.8
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the final flavor of your soup. Use fresh onions, a good quality beef broth, and a flavorful cheese.
- Caramelize the onions slowly: This is what gives French onion soup its characteristic rich flavor. Be patient and let the onions cook until they are a deep golden brown.
- Use a variety of cheeses: This will give your soup a more complex flavor. A good combination is Gruyère, Parmesan, and Swiss cheese.
- Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make French onion soup. Feel free to add your own personal touches to the recipe.
Conclusion:
French onion soup is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is rich, flavorful, and cheesy. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make this soup at home. So next time you are looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give French onion soup a try. You won't be disappointed.
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