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Beef Onion Soup Recipe

Beef Onion Soup Recipe

Shika
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine French-inspired
Servings 4
Calories 380 kcal

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Ladle
  • Soup bowls

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 large onions thinly sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 pound beef stew meat cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup dry red wine optional, but recommended
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 baguette sliced and toasted
  • 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese or Swiss cheese

Instructions
 

Prepare The Onions

  • Heat the olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, until they are deeply caramelized. This takes about 25-30 minutes, but it’s worth every second. Add the garlic in the last minute of cooking.

Sear The Beef

  • Push the onions to the side of the pot and add the beef stew meat. Sear the pieces on all sides until browned. Sprinkle the flour over the beef and onions, stirring to coat everything evenly. Let this cook for another 2 minutes.

Add The Liquid

  • Pour in the beef broth and red wine (if using). Stir well to scrape up any bits stuck to the bottom of the pot. Add the thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for about 45 minutes, or until the beef is tender.

Prepare The Toppings

  • While the soup is simmering, toast the baguette slices under a broiler until golden. Sprinkle grated Gruyère cheese on top and broil again until melted and bubbly.

Assemble And Serve

  • Remove the bay leaf from the soup. Ladle the hot soup into bowls, top each bowl with a cheesy baguette slice, and enjoy immediately.

Notes

This beef onion soup is a recipe I always turn to when I need something comforting yet elegant. The combination of caramelized onions and tender beef creates a flavor that feels both homey and luxurious. Don’t be afraid to make it your own by experimenting with herbs or cheeses.
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