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The very simple and delicious recipe for French onion soup with cheese crust

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The Editor

Eva Kolenko

Among the greatest classics of French gastronomy, onion soup is undoubtedly one of the most comforting as winter approaches. Simple and particularly tasty, this dish has been bringing warmth and happiness to palates for decades. And in gratin version, it's even better!


Ingredients (for 4 people):

  • 4 large onions
  • 100g grated gruyere cheese
  • 4 slices of country bread
  • 1L chicken broth
  • 20g butter
  • 1 tbsp flour
  • Salt
  • Pepper


Preparation (around 20 minutes):

  1. Peel the onions and slice them thinly.
  2. Melt the butter in a saucepan and sauté the onions for a few minutes.
  3. Add the flour, mix well and let it cook for 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper, then add the broth.
  4. Cover and let it cook for 30 minutes.
  5. Pour the soup into individual bowls and add the slices of country bread and grated gruyere cheese.
  6. Place under the grill for a few minutes and enjoy.


Chef's tip: for an even more rustic taste, you can replace the grated gruyere cheese with another cheese (such as comté, cantal, or beaufort... or if you prefer to use raclette, go for it! There are no rules here!)

And me neither, right? 😄

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