Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
4 cup

beef stock

6 unit

onions

peeled and sliced

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

pepper

6 slice

sour dough bread

toasted and dried out

6 slice

Mozzarella cheese

Step 1
~5 min

Peel and thinly slice the onions.

Step 2
~5 min

In a large pot or Dutch oven, add the beef stock.

Step 3
~5 min

Add the sliced onions to the beef stock.

Step 4
~5 min

Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 5
~5 min

Continue to simmer the onions in the beef stock, stirring occasionally, until the onions are very tender and caramelized (about 45 minutes).

Step 6
~5 min

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 7
~5 min

Preheat your oven's broiler.

Step 8
~5 min

Toast the sour dough bread slices until they are dried out and hard, creating croutons.

Step 9
~5 min

Pour the hot soup into oven-safe bowls.

Step 10
~5 min

Place a crouton on top of each bowl of soup.

Step 11
~5 min

Cover the crouton with a slice of Mozzarella cheese.

Step 12
~5 min

Place the bowls under the broiler until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 13
~5 min

Serve immediately and enjoy.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Caramelize the onions slowly over low heat for the best flavor.

Deglaze the pot with a splash of dry sherry or white wine for extra depth.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and reheated

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad

Serve with crusty bread

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

France

Cultural Significance

A classic French dish often served in bistros and restaurants.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Winter
Dinner Party
Comfort Food Night

Popularity Score

65/100

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