Potluck French Onion Soup

Alright, my wonderful food adventurers, today we’re diving into the delightful chaos that is Potluck French Onion Soup. It’s warm, soul-soothing, and a total classic with a little oomph. Dive your spoon through that gooey cheese and soak in the aroma of simmered onions and broth. Perfect for when you want to impress at a gathering or just treat yourself to something extra cozy on a weeknight.

This soup is basically the MVP in our house. My husband gives it an Oscar-worthy performance review every time. It’s one of those recipes that just slid into our family tradition like a comfy pair of slippers. There was this one time I made it for a potluck at school, and it vanished before I could snag a second helping. My little ones have declared it the reason for an extra bedtime story… as if the love for melty cheese wasn’t reason enough!

Why You’ll Love This Potluck French Onion Soup

– You get to stand around inhaling that incredible waft of caramelized onions. It’s like a free therapy session.
– It involves loads of cheese — meltiness maximus!
– Feels fancy, but secretly is just a big comforting hug in a bowl.
– You’ll feel like a superhero chef without needing a cape (unless you want one; then go for it).

How to Make It

So, picture us standing around my too-small kitchen, trying not to trip over the dog (who is very interested since this recipe means cheese might fall!). Start by slicing a mountain of onions. And yes, you’ll probably cry a little. Break out the tissues unless you’re going for that dramatic “cooking tear-stained” look.

Heat a pool of butter until it’s a sizzling little oasis, toss in the onions, and start the slow dance of caramelization—medium heat’s your bestie for this step. Stir, drink some tea, or coffee if you’re like me, and let that magical transformation happen.

Splash in some broth or stock—whichever you rummaged up—add a dash of wine guilty of whispering ‘extra special’. Let it simmer away happily while you grate cheese. Bread goes under the broiler until it’s crisp and golden; then, you’ll layer up the goodness: bread, soup, cheese, and a quick broil again to bubbly perfection.

Ingredient Notes

– Onions: Probably the emotionally headlining ingredient here—seriously, very few people have eyes of steel.
– Cheese: Go bonkers here. If it melts, it fits. Gruyère, Swiss, mozzarella—just get cheesy.
– Broth: Chicken or beef..or veggie if that’s your vibe. Just don’t accidentally grab the sugary carton. Hey, it happens.

Recipe Steps

1. Slice and caramelize onions with butter over medium heat. This is where patience is your best friend.
2. Add broth and wine to the pot, turning up the simmer game for flavor melding.
3. Toast bread under the broiler until crispy. Leave enough room to have bread related…
mishaps?
4. Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls, float toast on top, and crown with cheese.
5. Broil until cheese is bubbly and golden. Feel like a culinary wizard.

What to Serve It With

Tips & Mistakes

None of us are perfect. If the onions stick, add a splash of water. Forget the cheese? Well, you’re definitely toeing the tragic line there!

Storage Tips

Ah, leftovers! Store this soup in the fridge for a couple of days. I’m all for reheating; it’s like greeting an old friend. Eating it cold is an experience, but breakfast with melted cheese, don’t knock it until you’ve tried it.

Variations and Substitutions

Swap red wine for white if it’s all you’ve got hiding in that cabinet. I’ve accidentally used apple cider vinegar in place of wine—it was… an adventure. Swap the cheese for whatever you’re not hoarding for pizza night.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here’s to making soups, hosting potlucks, and eating our way through life’s good times and bloopers. Enjoy the lovely mess!

Potluck French Onion Soup

A rich and flavorful French onion soup perfect for potlucks. Caramelized onions simmered in a hearty beef broth, topped with toasted bread and melted Gruyère cheese.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour hour

Total Time: 1 hour hour 20 minutes minutes

Servings: 6

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 4 cups yellow onions
• ▢ 4 cups beef broth preferably low sodium
• ▢ 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• ▢ 1 tbsp olive oil
• ▢ 1 tsp sugar helps caramelize onions
• ▢ 0.25 cup dry white wine optional
• ▢ 6 slices baguette bread toasted
• ▢ 1.5 cups Gruyère cheese shredded
• ▢ 0.5 tsp salt
• ▢ 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Slice the onions thinly and set aside.
• Melt butter with olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and sugar, cook slowly until caramelized, about 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Add salt and pepper to the onions, then pour in white wine. Cook until wine reduces by half.
• Add beef broth and bring to a simmer. Let cook gently for 15 minutes.
• Preheat the oven broiler. Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls, top each with toasted baguette slices and shredded Gruyère cheese.
• Place bowls on a baking sheet and broil until cheese melts and turns golden brown, about 3-5 minutes. Serve hot.

Notes

For best flavor, slowly caramelize onions and use a good quality Gruyère cheese. Wine adds depth but can be omitted.