French Red Onion Soup

Health score
9%
French Red Onion Soup
45 min.
4
495kcal

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French Red Onion Soup: A Delectable Twist on a Classic

Indulge in the rich and robust flavors of French cuisine with this exquisite French Red Onion Soup. This delightful recipe, perfect for lunch or dinner, serves four and takes only 45 minutes to prepare. Each serving contains 495 calories, making it a satisfying yet relatively guilt-free main course or main dish.

The star of this dish is the red onion, which, when caramelized to perfection, adds a depth of flavor that is truly unparalleled. Paired with dry red wine, reduced-sodium chicken broth, and a hint of spices like black peppercorns and star anise, this soup promises an aromatic journey that your taste buds will thank you for.

Topped with slices of baguette and a generous sprinkle of Manchego or Gruyère cheese, this French Red Onion Soup is not just a meal; it's an experience. The melding of flavors and the sight of the cheese bubbling under the broiler is sure to make this dish a new favorite in your culinary repertoire.

Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting out, this recipe is both accessible and impressive. So why not give it a try and let the flavors of France enchant you? Bon appétit!

Ingredients

  • slices crusty baguette 1-inch-thick ()
  •  peppercorns black
  • 0.5 cup wine dry red
  • cups chicken broth reduced-sodium
  • ounces manchego cheese grated
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • pounds onion red cut into 1/2-inch wedges
  • cups water 
  •  star anise whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • ladle
  • pot
  • sieve
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Bring broth, water, spices, and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil.
  2. Remove from heat and let steep 15 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, cook onions in oil with 1/4 teaspoon salt in a heavy medium pot over medium heat, covered, stirring occasionally, until deep golden, about 15 minutes.
  4. Add wine and boil, uncovered, until reduced to 2 tablespoons, about 1 minute.
  5. Strain broth through a sieve into onion mixture and briskly simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes. Season with salt.
  6. Preheat broiler.
  7. Ladle soup into 4 ovenproof bowls set in a 4-sided sheet pan.
  8. Place baguette slices on top and sprinkle each with 1/2 cup cheese. Broil about 6 inches from heat until cheese is melted and bubbling, about 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories495kcal
Protein15.56%
Fat51.79%
Carbs32.65%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.94
Glycemic Load
15.27
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
13.22260857665%

Flavonoids

Petunidin
1mg
Delphinidin
1.25mg
Malvidin
7.87mg
Peonidin
0.56mg
Catechin
2.31mg
Epicatechin
3.2mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Isorhamnetin
11.37mg
Kaempferol
1.48mg
Myricetin
0.15mg
Quercetin
46.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:494.69kcal
24.73%
Fat:27.58g
42.43%
Saturated Fat:12.57g
78.54%
Carbohydrates:39.12g
13.04%
Net Carbohydrates:34.48g
12.54%
Sugar:11.27g
12.52%
Cholesterol:45.5mg
15.17%
Sodium:506.59mg
22.03%
Alcohol:3.15g
100%
Alcohol %:0.69%
100%
Protein:18.65g
37.29%
Calcium:553.04mg
55.3%
Manganese:0.47mg
23.58%
Vitamin C:16.89mg
20.47%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.5%
Folate:77.41µg
19.35%
Fiber:4.64g
18.55%
Vitamin B3:3.35mg
16.75%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
16.05%
Potassium:481.59mg
13.76%
Phosphorus:134.01mg
13.4%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.83%
Iron:2.09mg
11.59%
Vitamin E:1.65mg
11.01%
Copper:0.21mg
10.64%
Selenium:6.67µg
9.53%
Magnesium:34.47mg
8.62%
Vitamin K:8.43µg
8.03%
Zinc:0.8mg
5.31%
Vitamin A:240.79IU
4.82%
Vitamin B5:0.41mg
4.06%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
1.97%
Source:Epicurious