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Soup Du Jour Recipe — Crafting the Classic French Onion Soup
Jan 27, 202410:30 A.M.
Get ready for a tasty adventure with this soup du jour recipe! This special soup is easy to make and works with different ingredients that won't hurt your wallet.
Have you ever been curious about what "soup du jour" is when you go to a restaurant? It's just a fancy French way of saying "soup of the day." This phrase gained popularity outside France, adding a touch of class to menus in English-speaking countries.
The soup du jour is unique because it mixes flavors perfectly for any dish. Now, you might be wondering if there's one specific recipe. Nope! It changes daily and can use various ingredients. Ready for some tasty fun? Let's dive in and learn how to make a classic French onion soup—one of the most common soup du jour recipes.
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Learn How to Make One of the Best Soup du Jour
Ingredients:
- 6 large red or yellow onions
- ½ cup dry white wine
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 8 cups beef stock
- 2 tbsp butter
- 8 slices of baguette or French bread (1 inch thick)
- 2 tbsp brandy (optional)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp sugar
- Kosher salt
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 cup grated Gruyere
- Sprinkling of Parmesan
Step 1: Caramelizing the Onions
Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a pot over medium-low heat. Toss thinly sliced onions in the oil and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring often until soft.
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Increase the heat to medium-high, then add the remaining olive oil and butter, and continue stirring for another 15 minutes until the onions turn brown. Sprinkle with sugar and one tablespoon of salt, cooking for another 10-15 minutes until nicely browned. Add garlic and cook for a minute.
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Step 2: Deglazing with White Wine
Pour white wine into the pot, scraping the browned bits from the sides and bottom.
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Step 3: Simmering with Beef Stock
Add beef stock, thyme, and bay leaves into the pot. Bring to a simmer, lower the heat, cover, and let it simmer for about 30 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper, and discard the bay leaf.
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Step 4: Toasting French Bread
Preheat the oven to 450 °F and cover a sheet pan with parchment paper. Lightly brush both sides of French bread slices with olive oil and toast in the oven until lightly browned (about 5-7 minutes). Remove, sprinkle with grated Parmesan and Gruyere, and return to the oven until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
French onion soup with toasted cheese baguette garnished with thyme on a rustic wooden table. | Source: Shutterstock
Step 5: Serving the Soup du Jour
Ladle the soup into bowls and top each with cheesy toast. Your classic French onion soup is ready to enjoy with your friends.
When it comes to soup du jour recipes, the beauty lies in its versatility. Therefore, the possibilities for crafting your preferred soup are endless. Feel free to experiment, substituting ingredients to create a personalized version for yourself.
Now that you've learned how to prepare French onion soup, why not try making Rafferty's Potato Soup at home? It's another tasty recipe you can easily whip up in your kitchen. Give it a go and enjoy it right from the comfort of your home! Happy cooking!
