French Onion Soup Without Croutons
4 servings
60 minutes
French onion soup without croutons is the embodiment of elegance and depth of flavor in classic French cuisine. Its history traces back to medieval France when simple peasants made soup from available ingredients, creating a rich dish that warms on cold evenings. Slowly caramelized onions develop a sweet, rich taste enhanced by white wine and balanced with aromatic chicken broth. The addition of toasted flour gives the texture a light velvetiness, while grated Emmental completes the composition with a delicate creaminess. This soup, with its elegance and richness of flavors, is perfect for a cozy dinner and provides a sense of comfort in every sip. It can be served as a standalone dish or accompanied by fresh baguette that highlights its sophistication.
1
Melt butter in a pot. Add finely chopped onion. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until the onion starts to caramelize. Season with salt and pepper.
- Butter: 50 g
- Onion: 4 heads
- Coarse salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
2
Roast the flour in a dry pan until golden brown. Pour it into a pot with onions and mix.
- Wheat flour: 30 g
3
First, pour the wine mixed with sugar into the pot, then add the broth. Bring to a boil and simmer for about half an hour.
- Dry white wine: 200 ml
- Cane sugar: 1 tablespoon
- Chicken broth: 1.5 l
4
Serve sprinkled with grated Emmental or similar semi-hard cheese.
- Emmental cheese: to taste