Caramelized Onion Soup With Swiss Cheese-And-Basil Croutons Recipe

Recipe By Southern Living

French onion soup gets a flavor update with basil-flavored, crusty croutons. Caramelized onions give a touch of sweetness to this delicious soup. Although onion soup is relatively popular, most people get it wrong. It all comes down to how the onions and broth are cooked, which can be a hit or miss if you neglect any steps. Thats why patience is key here if you want to achieve a powerhouse bowl of onion soup. With about an hour cook time, theres no reason to take any shortcuts. When it comes to caramelizing onions to perfection, it takes time. But, its totally worth the wait. Just think of the rich, flavorful bowl that will await you. Coat a large dutch oven with olive oil. Bring the pan to a medium heat, stirring in thinly sliced onions. Once the onions are soft, remove the lid and allow them to cook low and slow to generate that sweet flavor and golden brown color. When the onions turn brown and are reduced in size, add garlic, water, beef bouillon granules, seasonings, and dry sherry (if youd like) to make up the broth. Bring to a boil, and simmer for 20 minutes. When done, the soup should be thick and flavorful. Ladle soup into oven-safe serving bowls, and place on a baking sheet. Next up are the baguette slices. Cut french baguette diagonally into 8 slices, and mix together swiss cheese, basil, and mayonnaise. Spread the delicious mixture on one side of the bread slices, topping the soup with bread slices, cheese side up. Broil until the cheese is melted, brown, and bubbly. The soup is great on its own, but the addition of cheesy and toasted baguette is what makes this recipe extra special.

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Ingredients For Caramelized Onion Soup With Swiss Cheese-And-Basil Croutons Recipe

Nutrition
value
209
calories per serving
12 g Fat7 g Protein19 g Carbs2 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • 12 g Fat
  • 7 g Protein
  • 19 g Carbs
  • 2 g Fiber

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    19 g
  • Protein
    7 g
  • Fiber
    2 g

Fats

  • Fat
    12 g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    146 mg
  • Iron
    2 mg
  • Vitamin A
    16 mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    0 mg
  • Vitamin B2
    0 mg
  • Vitamin B3
    0 mg
  • Vitamin B6
    0 mg
  • Vitamin B9
    56 mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0 mcg
  • Vitamin C
    14 mg
  • Vitamin E
    1 mg
  • Copper
    0 mcg
  • Magnesium
    33 mg
  • Manganese
    1 mg
  • Phosphorus
    119 mg
  • Selenium
    7 mcg
  • Zinc
    1 mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment

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