Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of French Onion Bagel Soup, a unique twist on the classic French onion soup with the addition of toasted bagel cubes and gooey cheese. This hearty and satisfying soup is perfect for cozy nights in.
Ingredients
For the Soup:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 bay leaves
For Serving:
- 4 plain or everything bagels, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onions: Melt the butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions and cook slowly for 25 to 30 minutes until caramelized.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in garlic, sugar, salt, pepper, and thyme; cook for an additional minute.
- Deglaze and Simmer: Deglaze with white wine, add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and bay leaves. Simmer for 20 minutes.
- Prepare Bagel Toppings: Toast bagel cubes in the oven until crisp.
- Assemble and Broil: Ladle soup into bowls, top with bagel cubes and cheeses. Broil until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and enjoy hot.
Notes
- Everything bagels add extra flavor.
- For a lighter option, use part chicken broth with beef broth.
- To save time, caramelize onions ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to use.
