{"id":113481,"date":"2025-02-27T14:41:46","date_gmt":"2025-02-27T14:41:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/recipes\/category-a-b\/baking-category-a-b\/homemade-french-onion-soup-recipe\/"},"modified":"2025-02-27T14:41:46","modified_gmt":"2025-02-27T14:41:46","slug":"homemade-french-onion-soup-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=113481","title":{"rendered":"Homemade French Onion Soup Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"post-intro\">\n<div class=\"aff-disc\">\n<p>This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/privacy-policy\/\">privacy policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden\" style=\"display: none;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"210\" height=\"315\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/2-3-210x315.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/2-3.jpg\" alt=\"Spoon holding up a bite of french onion soup, with a bowl in the background. Text overlay includes recipe name.\" class=\"skip-lazy a3-notlazy no-lazyload dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden-inner\" data-no-lazy=\"1\"\/><\/div>\n<div class=\"dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden\" style=\"display: none;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"210\" height=\"315\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1-3-210x315.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1-3.jpg\" alt=\"Spoon picking up a bite of french onion soup, showing the cheese pull as the spoon pulls away. Text overlay includes recipe name.\" class=\"skip-lazy a3-notlazy no-lazyload dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden-inner\" data-no-lazy=\"1\"\/><\/div>\n<div class=\"dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden\" style=\"display: none;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"210\" height=\"315\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/3-3-210x315.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/3-3.jpg\" alt=\"French onion soup topped with cheese toast in a white bowl. Text overlay includes recipe name.\" class=\"skip-lazy a3-notlazy no-lazyload dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden-inner  dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden-single\" data-no-lazy=\"1\"\/><\/div>\n<p><em>Craving a bowl of French onion soup from your favorite little bistro? Try making it at home! All you need is a bit of time and some simple ingredients for this delicious French onion soup recipe.<\/em><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"Two white bowls filled with french onion soup and topped with cheese toast.\" class=\"wp-image-61875\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/two-bowls-french-onion-soup.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/two-bowls-french-onion-soup-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/two-bowls-french-onion-soup-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/two-bowls-french-onion-soup-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/two-bowls-french-onion-soup-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/two-bowls-french-onion-soup-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/two-bowls-french-onion-soup-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/two-bowls-french-onion-soup.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/two-bowls-french-onion-soup.jpg\"\/><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/two-bowls-french-onion-soup.jpg\" alt=\"Two white bowls filled with french onion soup and topped with cheese toast.\" class=\"wp-image-61875\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/two-bowls-french-onion-soup.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/two-bowls-french-onion-soup-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/two-bowls-french-onion-soup-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/two-bowls-french-onion-soup-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/two-bowls-french-onion-soup-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/two-bowls-french-onion-soup-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/two-bowls-french-onion-soup-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/two-bowls-french-onion-soup.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>It\u2019s no secret how much I love soup. In fact,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/dinner\/soup\/\">soup recipes<\/a>\u00a0are pretty much the only way I survive Midwest winters.<\/p>\n<p>But there\u2019s one soup that I have always been intimidated to try making at home until recently: French onion soup.<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s nothing quite like going to a little French bistro and getting a bowl of French onion soup. The rich broth, the caramelized onions, the cheesy bread on top\u2026it\u2019s so good.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>But have you ever gotten it at a restaurant that obviously didn\u2019t take the time to do it right? If you have, you know what I\u2019m talking about. It\u2019s\u2026well, it\u2019s not good.<\/p>\n<p>So I always assumed that in order to pull off a great French onion soup recipe at home, you\u2019d need to spend hours and hours making it. But that\u2019s not really true!<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019re still gonna need a little bit of time, but most of it is hands-off. And you\u2019re gonna be so impressed with yourself when you pull this one off.<\/p>\n<p><span id=\"more-61870\"\/><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"Spoon picking up a bite of french onion soup, showing the cheese pull as the spoon pulls away.\" class=\"wp-image-61877\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-cheese-pull.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-cheese-pull-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-cheese-pull-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-cheese-pull-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-cheese-pull-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-cheese-pull-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-cheese-pull-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-cheese-pull.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-cheese-pull.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-cheese-pull.jpg\" alt=\"Spoon picking up a bite of french onion soup, showing the cheese pull as the spoon pulls away.\" class=\"wp-image-61877\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-cheese-pull.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-cheese-pull-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-cheese-pull-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-cheese-pull-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-cheese-pull-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-cheese-pull-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-cheese-pull-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-cheese-pull.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"bistro-style-french-onion-soup-at-home\">Bistro-style french onion soup at home<\/h2>\n<p>If you know\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/how-to-caramelize-onions\/\">how to caramelize onions<\/a>, you\u2019re halfway to knowing how to make French onion soup.<\/p>\n<p>After all, a big batch of caramelized onions is the base of any good French onion soup recipe. They give the soup it\u2019s characteristic sweet note, while a rich beef broth gives it that savory note.<\/p>\n<p>And of course we can\u2019t forget the cheesy crouton on top! This looks so fancy when you serve it, but it\u2019s really easy to do.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s just something about getting the perfect bite of this soup: Some onions, broth, a bit of bread, and a good cheese pull. It makes me so happy every single time.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re having a dinner party, this recipe is one really great way to impress your guests. But it\u2019s still simple enough to make for a cozy Sunday dinner for your family!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"Ladle holding up french onion soup over a pot of the soup.\" class=\"wp-image-61873\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ladle-of-french-onion-soup.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ladle-of-french-onion-soup-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ladle-of-french-onion-soup-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ladle-of-french-onion-soup-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ladle-of-french-onion-soup-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ladle-of-french-onion-soup-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ladle-of-french-onion-soup-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ladle-of-french-onion-soup.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ladle-of-french-onion-soup.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ladle-of-french-onion-soup.jpg\" alt=\"Ladle holding up french onion soup over a pot of the soup.\" class=\"wp-image-61873\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ladle-of-french-onion-soup.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ladle-of-french-onion-soup-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ladle-of-french-onion-soup-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ladle-of-french-onion-soup-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ladle-of-french-onion-soup-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ladle-of-french-onion-soup-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ladle-of-french-onion-soup-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ladle-of-french-onion-soup.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-make-my-french-onion-soup-recipe\">How to make my french onion soup recipe<\/h2>\n<p>The biggest thing you\u2019ll need for this recipe? The time and patience to caramelize the onions. The actual steps are easy \u2013 I\u2019ll walk you through them!<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients you\u2019ll need<\/h3>\n<p>To make my French onion soup recipe, you will need:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li>5 large yellow onions<\/li>\n<li>4 large shallots<\/li>\n<li>3-4 tablespoons olive oil<\/li>\n<li>3 tablespoons salted butter<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon all purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup dry marsala<\/li>\n<li>3 quarts beef stock<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 tablespoon beef base\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>2 sprigs fresh thyme<\/li>\n<li>2 fresh bay leaves<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"Ingredients for french onion soup arranged on a countertop.\" class=\"wp-image-61878\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-ingredients.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-ingredients-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-ingredients-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-ingredients-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-ingredients-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-ingredients-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-ingredients-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-ingredients.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-ingredients.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-ingredients.jpg\" alt=\"Ingredients for french onion soup arranged on a countertop.\" class=\"wp-image-61878\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-ingredients.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-ingredients-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-ingredients-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-ingredients-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-ingredients-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-ingredients-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-ingredients-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-ingredients.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>I love using a combination of onions and shallots for this soup. You can use sweet onions or white onions, but yellow onions really do work just as well! I recommend staying away from red onions, though \u2013 save those for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stetted.com\/how-to-make-pickled-red-onions\/\">pickled onions<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>I like using a bit of dry marsala in my French onion soup. If you can\u2019t find dry marsala, or you don\u2019t want to buy a whole bottle, you can use marsala cooking wine. Some folks look down their noses at cooking wine, but it really does work well in this recipe.<\/p>\n<p>Dry sherry will also work if you happen to have some on hand.<\/p>\n<p>I am guessing that most folks probably don\u2019t have homemade beef stock on hand, or want to spend hours making some for this soup. So instead, I use store-bought beef stock and give it a little more \u201coomph\u201d with a bit of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.walmart.com\/ip\/Better-Than-Bouillon-All-Natural-Beef-Base-Reduced-Sodium-8-Oz\/30872527\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>beef base<\/strong><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Beef base can have a lot of salt in it, so I like to buy the low-sodium version when possible. It helps me better control the seasoning of the soup.<\/p>\n<p>For serving the soup, you\u2019ll need some\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/41qngx3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>French onion soup bowls<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 heat-safe bowls that can go under the broiler for a few minutes.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll also need:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li>6 thick slices rustic bread<\/li>\n<li>room-temperature salted butter<\/li>\n<li>2 cups grated gruyere cheese<\/li>\n<li>Thinly sliced fresh chives (optional for serving)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"Ingredients for assembling and serving french onion soup arranged on a countertop.\" class=\"wp-image-61882\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-serving-ingredients.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-serving-ingredients-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-serving-ingredients-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-serving-ingredients-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-serving-ingredients-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-serving-ingredients-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-serving-ingredients-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-serving-ingredients.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-serving-ingredients.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-serving-ingredients.jpg\" alt=\"Ingredients for assembling and serving french onion soup arranged on a countertop.\" class=\"wp-image-61882\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-serving-ingredients.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-serving-ingredients-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-serving-ingredients-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-serving-ingredients-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-serving-ingredients-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-serving-ingredients-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-serving-ingredients-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/french-onion-soup-serving-ingredients.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>Exactly how much bread and cheese you need will depend upon how many people you\u2019re serving, how big your bowls are, and how big the bread slices are.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Stay away from using sandwich bread for this. Grab a nice sourdough bread, Italian bread, French bread, or something similar.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re can\u2019t find gruyere cheese, try using swiss cheese or fontina.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Making this soup<\/h3>\n<p>Prep the onions and shallots by peeling and halving them. Cut them into slices about 1\/8-inch thick. You can do this by hand or use a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3XfSALO\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>mandoline slicer<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0to make faster work of it.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"Sliced onions and shallots in a soup pot.\" class=\"wp-image-61879\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sliced-onions-and-shallots.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sliced-onions-and-shallots-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sliced-onions-and-shallots-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sliced-onions-and-shallots-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sliced-onions-and-shallots-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sliced-onions-and-shallots-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sliced-onions-and-shallots-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sliced-onions-and-shallots.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sliced-onions-and-shallots.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sliced-onions-and-shallots.jpg\" alt=\"Sliced onions and shallots in a soup pot.\" class=\"wp-image-61879\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sliced-onions-and-shallots.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sliced-onions-and-shallots-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sliced-onions-and-shallots-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sliced-onions-and-shallots-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sliced-onions-and-shallots-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sliced-onions-and-shallots-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sliced-onions-and-shallots-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sliced-onions-and-shallots.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>Add the oil to a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the onions, shallots, and a few pinches of salt. Stir occasionally, cooking until the onions are translucent.<\/p>\n<p>Add the butter and reduce the heat to low. Stir occasionally until the onions are caramelized. This entire process is going to take 45 minutes to 1 hour to get the onions where you need them, so be patient.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"Collage image showing 6 stages of caramelizing onions in a dutch oven.\" class=\"wp-image-61880\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/stages-of-caramelizing-onions.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/stages-of-caramelizing-onions-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/stages-of-caramelizing-onions-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/stages-of-caramelizing-onions-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/stages-of-caramelizing-onions-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/stages-of-caramelizing-onions-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/stages-of-caramelizing-onions-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/stages-of-caramelizing-onions.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/stages-of-caramelizing-onions.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/stages-of-caramelizing-onions.jpg\" alt=\"Collage image showing 6 stages of caramelizing onions in a dutch oven.\" class=\"wp-image-61880\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/stages-of-caramelizing-onions.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/stages-of-caramelizing-onions-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/stages-of-caramelizing-onions-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/stages-of-caramelizing-onions-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/stages-of-caramelizing-onions-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/stages-of-caramelizing-onions-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/stages-of-caramelizing-onions-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/stages-of-caramelizing-onions.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>If the onions start to stick to the bottom of the pot, add a splash of water and give everything a stir.<\/p>\n<p>Now that the onions are caramelized, add the flour and the marsala. Stir constantly until the bottom of the pot is deglazed and the mixture thickens slightly.<\/p>\n<p>Add the beef stock, beef base, thyme, and bay leaves to the pot. Increase the heat to medium and bring the mixture to a simmer. Allow to simmer, uncovered, for 20-30 minutes.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"French onion soup simmering in a dutch oven.\" class=\"wp-image-61881\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/simmering-french-onion-soup.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/simmering-french-onion-soup-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/simmering-french-onion-soup-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/simmering-french-onion-soup-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/simmering-french-onion-soup-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/simmering-french-onion-soup-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/simmering-french-onion-soup-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/simmering-french-onion-soup.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/simmering-french-onion-soup.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/simmering-french-onion-soup.jpg\" alt=\"French onion soup simmering in a dutch oven.\" class=\"wp-image-61881\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/simmering-french-onion-soup.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/simmering-french-onion-soup-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/simmering-french-onion-soup-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/simmering-french-onion-soup-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/simmering-french-onion-soup-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/simmering-french-onion-soup-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/simmering-french-onion-soup-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/simmering-french-onion-soup.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>Discard the bay leaves and the thyme stems. Taste the soup, seasoning with additional salt and black pepper as needed\/desired.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Serving french onion soup<\/h3>\n<p>When you\u2019re ready to serve the French onion soup, preheat your oven\u2019s broiler and adjust the oven rack to the top position.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"Two toasted slices of bread in a skillet.\" class=\"wp-image-61883\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/toasting-bread.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/toasting-bread-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/toasting-bread-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/toasting-bread-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/toasting-bread-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/toasting-bread-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/toasting-bread-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/toasting-bread.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/toasting-bread.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/toasting-bread.jpg\" alt=\"Two toasted slices of bread in a skillet.\" class=\"wp-image-61883\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/toasting-bread.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/toasting-bread-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/toasting-bread-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/toasting-bread-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/toasting-bread-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/toasting-bread-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/toasting-bread-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/toasting-bread.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>Spread both sides of each slice of bread with the butter. Toast the slices in a skillet or on a griddle over medium-high heat until golden on both sides. You could also do this in a toaster oven.<\/p>\n<p>Place your serving bowls (make sure they\u2019re oven-safe!) on a rimmed baking sheet. Fill just over halfway with the soup.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"Four bowls of french onion soup assembled on a sheet tray, ready to go under the broiler.\" class=\"wp-image-61884\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/assembled-french-onion-soup.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/assembled-french-onion-soup-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/assembled-french-onion-soup-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/assembled-french-onion-soup-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/assembled-french-onion-soup-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/assembled-french-onion-soup-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/assembled-french-onion-soup-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/assembled-french-onion-soup.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/assembled-french-onion-soup.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/assembled-french-onion-soup.jpg\" alt=\"Four bowls of french onion soup assembled on a sheet tray, ready to go under the broiler.\" class=\"wp-image-61884\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/assembled-french-onion-soup.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/assembled-french-onion-soup-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/assembled-french-onion-soup-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/assembled-french-onion-soup-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/assembled-french-onion-soup-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/assembled-french-onion-soup-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/assembled-french-onion-soup-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/assembled-french-onion-soup.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>Top each serving of soup with a slice of the toast, then top with a generous amount of the grated cheese.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Broil until the cheese is melted and browned in spots. Depending on your broiler, this may only take a few minutes, so stay close to the oven and keep an eye on it!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"Four bowls of french onion soup freshly pulled from under the broiler.\" class=\"wp-image-61886\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/completed-french-onion-soup.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/completed-french-onion-soup-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/completed-french-onion-soup-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/completed-french-onion-soup-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/completed-french-onion-soup-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/completed-french-onion-soup-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/completed-french-onion-soup-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/completed-french-onion-soup.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/completed-french-onion-soup.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/completed-french-onion-soup.jpg\" alt=\"Four bowls of french onion soup freshly pulled from under the broiler.\" class=\"wp-image-61886\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/completed-french-onion-soup.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/completed-french-onion-soup-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/completed-french-onion-soup-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/completed-french-onion-soup-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/completed-french-onion-soup-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/completed-french-onion-soup-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/completed-french-onion-soup-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/completed-french-onion-soup.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>Garnish with chives and serve immediately.<\/p>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner has-background has-quaternary-background-color\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"make-ahead-tips\">Make-ahead tips<\/h2>\n<p>If you want to serve this French onion soup to guests but don\u2019t have time to make it that day, you can make the soup itself up to 3 days in advance. Let the soup cool and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.<\/p>\n<p>When you\u2019re ready to serve, warm the soup on the stove while you prep the toast. Finish assembling according to the recipe directions.<\/p>\n<p>You could also freeze the soup for up to 2 months. Let it thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating and serving as written.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"French onion soup topped with cheese toast in a white bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-61874\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bowl-of-french-onion-soup.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bowl-of-french-onion-soup-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bowl-of-french-onion-soup-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bowl-of-french-onion-soup-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bowl-of-french-onion-soup-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bowl-of-french-onion-soup.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bowl-of-french-onion-soup.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bowl-of-french-onion-soup.jpg\" alt=\"French onion soup topped with cheese toast in a white bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-61874\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bowl-of-french-onion-soup.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bowl-of-french-onion-soup-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bowl-of-french-onion-soup-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bowl-of-french-onion-soup-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bowl-of-french-onion-soup-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bowl-of-french-onion-soup.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"serving-suggestions\">Serving suggestions<\/h2>\n<p>French onion soup makes for a great starter or entree.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re serving the soup as an entree, try starting the meal with a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/grilledcheesesocial.com\/2021\/03\/30\/cheesy-asparagus-puff-pastry\/\">cheesy asparagus puff pastry tart<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/baked-brie-in-puff-pastry\/\">baked brie in puff pastry<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>This recipe would also make a great first course before serving\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nutmegnanny.com\/lemon-herb-butter-pan-fried-ribeye\/\">pan-fried ribeye<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/air-fryer-rotisserie-chicken\/\">air fryer rotisserie chicken<\/a>\u00a0with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/air-fryer-brussels-sprouts\/\">air fryer brussels sprouts<\/a>\u00a0or a pasta dinner such as\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/pasta-carbonara\/\">pasta carbonara<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/creamy-pesto-shrimp-with-shrimp\/\">creamy pesto pasta with shrimp<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>If you want to stick with the French theme, serve a cocktail such as a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/french-75\/\">French 75<\/a>\u00a0with the meal.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"Spoon holding up a bite of french onion soup, with a bowl in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-61876\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spoonful-french-onion-soup.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spoonful-french-onion-soup-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spoonful-french-onion-soup-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spoonful-french-onion-soup-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spoonful-french-onion-soup-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spoonful-french-onion-soup-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spoonful-french-onion-soup-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spoonful-french-onion-soup.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spoonful-french-onion-soup.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spoonful-french-onion-soup.jpg\" alt=\"Spoon holding up a bite of french onion soup, with a bowl in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-61876\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spoonful-french-onion-soup.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spoonful-french-onion-soup-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spoonful-french-onion-soup-210x315.jpg 210w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spoonful-french-onion-soup-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spoonful-french-onion-soup-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spoonful-french-onion-soup-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spoonful-french-onion-soup-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.mybakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spoonful-french-onion-soup.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\">\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1740509201677\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is it possible to make this recipe vegetarian?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">If you need to serve a vegetarian version of this French onion soup recipe, swap out the beef stock and use vegetable stock instead.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>You will also want to choose a vegetable base instead of the beef base. Better than Bouillon has a few different vegetarian options; I would use the no-beef vegetarian base, roasted garlic base, or mushroom base to add some umami flavor to the stock.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1740509213836\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">I don\u2019t have a broiler. What can I do for serving instead?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">If you don\u2019t have a broiler, try making the cheese toast in a toaster oven.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Toast the bread on both sides, then place it on a rimmed baking sheet. Top with the cheese and toast until the cheese melts.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Nestle the cheese toasts on top of the bowls before serving.<\/p>\n<p>You could also serve the soup with some croutons and grated gruyere cheese table-side and let everyone top their bowls as they like.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1740509230579\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">I don\u2019t have any oven-safe bowls. Is there another serving option?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">If you don\u2019t have bowls that can safely go under the broiler, you can make the cheese toasts in a toaster oven or serve the soup with croutons as noted above.<\/p>\n<p>If you know you are going to serve the entire pot of soup, you could also place the toasts on top of the soup in the dutch oven. Top with the cheese and place the entire pot under the broiler.<\/p>\n<p>When serving, make sure each person gets a good amount of soup and the cheese toast in their bowl.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1740509242238\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can you make this recipe gluten free?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">For a gluten-free version, omit the flour, serve with gluten-free bread, and make sure all of your ingredients \u2013 including the beef base \u2013 are certified gluten free.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-61866\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"61866\" data-servings=\"6\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-cwp-food\">\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-61866-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"61866\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\">To make the soup:<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-61866-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Peel and halve the onions and shallots, then cut into slices about \u215b-inch thick.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-61866-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p>Heat the oil in a large dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the onions and shallots along with a few pinches of salt; stir and let cook until the onions are translucent. Once translucent, add the butter and reduce the heat to low, stirring occasionally until the onions are caramelized. This whole process will take 45 minutes to 1 hour, so be patient. If the onions start to stick, you can add a splash of water to the pot.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-61866-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p>Once the onions are caramelized, add the flour and the marsala, stirring constantly until the pot is deglazed and the mixture thickens slightly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-61866-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p>Add the beef stock, beef base, thyme, and bay leaf to the pot. Increase the heat to medium and bring the soup to a simmer. Simmer for 20-30 minutes, then discard the thyme sprigs and bay leaves. Taste, seasoning with additional salt and pepper as desired.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\">For serving:<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-61866-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p>Preheat your oven\u2019s broiler and adjust the oven rack to the top position.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-61866-step-1-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p>Butter both sides of the slices of bread, then toast in a skillet or on a griddle over medium-high heat until golden on both sides.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-61866-step-1-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p>Place oven-proof serving bowls on a rimmed baking sheet and fill just over halfway with the soup. Top each bowl with the toast, followed by a generous amount of grated gruyere. Broil until the cheese is melted and browned in spots \u2013 this will only take a couple of minutes, depending on your broiler, so don\u2019t walk away!<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-61866-step-1-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p>Garnish with fresh chives before serving, if desired.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\">You can use a mandoline slicer to make it easier to evenly slice the onions and shallots.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">While the soup can be made ahead of time, do not top with the toast and cheese until you are ready to serve.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">Exactly how much bread and cheese you need for serving will depend on the bread you buy and on your serving bowls and how wide they are at the top.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">502<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">33<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">27<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">29<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">13<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">11<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">63<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1923<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1156<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">10<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">613<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">549<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"cwp-food-nutrition__disclaimer\">Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our privacy policy. Craving a bowl of French onion soup from your favorite little bistro? Try making it at home! All you need is a bit of time and some simple ingredients for this delicious French onion soup recipe. It\u2019s no secret how much I love soup. 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