Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of French Onion and Butter Bean Soup, a delightful blend of sweet caramelized onions and creamy butter beans simmered in a savory broth. This gourmet yet rustic dish is perfect for chilly evenings or cozy gatherings, offering both satisfaction and flavor. Topped with melted Gruyère cheese and crispy baguette slices, each bowl is a heavenly experience that will impress your guests or warm your family on cold days. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, this soup is not just a meal but a hug in a bowl—ideal for anyone craving comfort food with a twist.
Ingredients
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- 3 medium yellow onions (thinly sliced)
- 1 can (15 ounces) butter beans (drained and rinsed)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon thyme (fresh or dried)
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese (grated)
- 1 baguette (sliced into rounds)
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat; add olive oil.
- Add sliced onions; cook for 20-30 minutes until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Add minced garlic halfway through.
- Preheat the broiler. Prepare baguette slices on a baking sheet.
- Once onions are caramelized, add vegetable broth, butter beans, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Broil baguette slices until golden brown.
- Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls; top with toasted bread and grated Gruyère cheese.
- Broil bowls for 2-3 minutes until cheese bubbles and browns.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering/Broiling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 375g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg