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Julia Child French Onion Soup Recipe

Julia Child French Onion Soup Recipe

Julia Child French Onion Soup Recipe is warm and full of flavor. It is one of the best comfort foods. This version comes from Julia Child, a famous chef.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine French
Servings 4
Calories 380 kcal

Equipment

  • Big pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Measuring Cups
  • Cheese grater
  • Oven-safe soup bowls
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven or broiler

Ingredients
  

  • 5 to 6 large yellow onions thin slices
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 quarts beef stock
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine or dry vermouth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 baguette cut and toasted
  • 2 cups grated Gruyère cheese

Instructions
 

  • Put butter and oil in a large pot.
  • Add sliced onions and some salt.
  • Cook on low heat for 30 minutes. Stir often.
  • Add sugar. Cook until onions are golden brown.
  • Add flour. Stir for 3 minutes.
  • Pour in hot beef stock. Stir well.
  • Add wine. Let it simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Add more salt and pepper if needed.
  • Put soup in oven-safe bowls.
  • Add toasted bread and cheese on top.
  • Put bowls on a baking sheet.
  • Broil until cheese melts and turns golden.
  • Enjoy your Julia Child French Onion Soup Recipe while hot.

Notes

  1. Use yellow onions for the best taste.
  2. Cook the onions slowly for rich flavor.
  3. Use good beef stock for deep flavor.
  4. Always toast the bread first.
  5. Use Gruyère cheese—it melts well.
  6. Let the soup simmer longer for more taste.
  7. Stir the onions often so they don’t burn.
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