YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Lightened-Up French Onion Soup with Herb-Crusted Sourdough
Enjoy a modern twist on the classic French Onion Soup, where sweet, caramelized onions meet a savory low-sodium beef broth. Topped with a crisp herb-crusted sourdough slice, melted Gruyere, and a perfectly poached egg, this dish is balanced in flavor and texture, offering a light yet satisfying meal for any time of day.
INGREDIENTS
1 large Yellow Onion (150g)
1 tsp Olive Oil
2 cups Low-Sodium Beef Broth
1 oz Gruyere Cheese
1 slice Sourdough Bread
1 large Egg
1 tsp Fresh Thyme
1 Bay Leaf
Pinch of Black Pepper
Pinch of Salt
PREPARATION
Thinly slice the yellow onion. In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the onions. Sauté, stirring frequently, until the onions become deeply caramelized (about 20-25 minutes).
Add the beef broth to the pot along with the bay leaf and fresh thyme. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer; season with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Let it simmer for an additional 10 minutes to blend the flavors.
While the soup simmers, preheat a small oven or a toaster oven to 375°F. Lightly brush the sourdough bread with a bit of olive oil and sprinkle with extra thyme if desired. Bake until the bread is crisp and lightly toasted, about 5-7 minutes.
Meanwhile, poach the egg in a small pot of simmering water until the white is set but the yolk remains runny, about 3-4 minutes.
Ladle the hot soup into a bowl. Top with the herb-crusted sourdough slice and gently place the poached egg on top. Sprinkle the grated Gruyere cheese over the dish so it slightly melts into the warm soup.
Serve immediately and savor the mix of sweet caramelized onions, savory broth, and the delightful textures from the crispy bread, melted cheese, and creamy egg.