Creamy French Onion and Mushroom Soup
Creamy French Onion and Mushroom Soup is a luxurious twist on the classic dish that combines the sweetness of caramelized onions with the earthy richness of mushrooms, all topped with gooey melted cheese. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a standout starter for gatherings, this comforting soup warms the heart and elevates any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop/Broiling
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 6 tablespoons salted butter
- 4 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 1 1/4 cups dry white apple vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cremini or wild mushrooms, sliced
- 6–8 cups low sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese
- Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onions and honey; cook until softened (about 10 minutes). Gradually stir in apple vinegar and continue cooking until deeply caramelized (10–15 minutes).
- Add garlic, mushrooms, thyme, sage, salt, and pepper; cook for another 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in remaining apple vinegar, broth, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves; simmer for about 10 minutes. Add heavy cream and cook for an additional 5–10 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F; toast bread slices on a baking sheet until dry (10–15 minutes). Switch to broil.
- Ladle soup into bowls; top with toasted bread and Gruyère cheese. Broil until bubbly (3–5 minutes). Garnish with fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg