Creamy French Onion and Mushroom Soup
Indulge in the warmth of Creamy French Onion and Mushroom Soup, a sumptuous blend that brings together the classic flavors of French onion soup with the earthy richness of mushrooms. This delightful dish features caramelized onions, tender mushrooms, and a velvety cream base, topped with golden, melted Gruyère cheese. Perfect for cozy dinners or chilly evenings, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and keep you warm inside.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 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 (such as Pinot Grigio)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cremini or wild mushrooms, sliced
- Fresh thyme and sage
- 6–8 cups low sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onions and honey; sauté until softened (about 10 minutes). Gradually incorporate vinegar until fully absorbed; continue cooking until caramelized (10-15 minutes).
- Stir in garlic, mushrooms, thyme, and sage. Season with salt and pepper; cook for another few minutes. Add remaining vinegar, broth, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, and seasonings. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Mix in heavy cream; cook an additional 5-10 minutes. Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange slices of bread on a baking sheet; toast for 10-15 minutes.
- Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls topped with toasted bread and Gruyère cheese. Broil until bubbly (3-5 minutes).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg