Indulge in this surprisingly rich yet light Country Style Onion Soup, a culinary gem inspired by a French countryside recipe! Perfect for a simple weeknight lunch or dinner paired with crusty sourdough bread, a fresh salad, and a glass of milk, or elevate it to a sophisticated soup course for your next dinner party. The secret? Finding butter made with sweet cream or cream and salt (unsalted is preferred) for an unparalleled flavor. Homemade vegetable stock takes this soup to the next level, but good quality canned stock works in a pinch. For a heartier soup, substitute chicken stock for added protein and richness. Prepare to impress!
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How to Make Country Style Onion Soup
Melt the butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and caramelized, about 20-25 minutes. This step is key to the flavor!
Add the thyme and bay leaf to the pot. Stir well.
Pour in the vegetable stock (or chicken stock) and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and cook for another 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Carefully taste the soup and season with salt and pepper to your liking. Remember to adjust seasoning based on the saltiness of your stock.
Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprigs before serving.
Ladle the soup into bowls and serve immediately with crusty sourdough bread, a fresh salad, and a glass of milk (optional).
Nutrition Information(Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
9g
Fat
73g
Carbs
3g
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How long does it take to make Country Style Onion Soup?
Country Style Onion Soup takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.
How many calories are in Country Style Onion Soup?
Country Style Onion Soup has approximately 253.9 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 35 g fat.
What ingredients do I need for Country Style Onion Soup?
The key ingredients for Country Style Onion Soup are White Onions, Unsalted Butter, Flour, Vegetable Stock, Water, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.
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