- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 350 kcal
Quick summary
“Creamy and delicious onion soup, perfect for moments of comfort; worth preparing due to the soft texture and intense flavor.”
What you need to know
- Refogar as cebolas até ficarem douradas antes de adicionar o caldo de carne
- Cozinhar por 30 minutos para que as cebolas se integrem perfeitamente
- Gratinar o pão com queijo para adicionar textura e sabor
Ingredients
Main
- 4 large onions cut into thin slices
- 50g of butter
- 1 liter beef broth
- 200g of grated Gruyère cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- French bread cut into slices
Instructions
Principal
- In a pan, melt the butter over medium heat and add the onions. Sauté until they are soft and golden.
- Add the beef broth and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 180ºC.
- On a baking sheet, place the bread slices and cover with the grated cheese.
- Bake until the cheese is gratinéed (about 10 minutes).
- Serve the soup in bowls and place a slice of gratin bread on top of each one.
Chef's tips
- Use cebolas frescas e bem cortadas para garantir um refogado perfeito
- Regule o sal ao final para evitar queimar o sabor do caldo
- Deixe a sopa esfriar um pouco antes de servir para facilitar a deglutição
Variations
- Adicione um pouco de noz-moscada ao refogado para dar um toque especial
- Substitua as cebolas por outros vegetais como cenoura e couve-flor
- Use diferentes tipos de pão, como pão de batata ou pão integral
Substitutions
- Pode-se usar manteiga vegetal em substituição à manteiga
- O caldo de carne pode ser substituído por caldo de legumes para uma versão vegetariana
- Queijo Gruyère pode ser substituído por cheddar ou gouda
How to store
The soup can be stored in airtight glass jars in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Let it cool completely before storing to avoid bacterial proliferation.
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze the soup, as the gratin cheese may separate and the texture may be altered. If you wish to freeze, freeze the pieces of gratin bread separately and add them at the time of serving.
What to serve with
Serves very well with a green salad or a dish of roasted vegetables, to balance the flavor and texture.
Frequently asked questions
Can the cheese be replaced by another type?
Yes, Gruyère cheese can be replaced by cheddar or gouda.
How can I vary the flavor of the soup?
Add a little nutmeg to the sauté or use a different meat broth, such as chicken broth.
Can the soup be prepared in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the soup in advance and broil the bread when ready to serve.
Can I use green onions instead of large onions?
Yes, you can use green onions, but add them later in the sauté since they cook faster.
