Rich Onion Beef Soup

Warm your soul with this rich and hearty Onion Beef Soup, a comforting classic that combines deeply caramelized onions, tender chunks of beef, and a flavorful red wine and beef broth base. This recipe’s slow-cooked magic comes from gently simmering the ingredients to create layers of savory goodness, enhanced by fragrant thyme and a touch of garlic. The soup is served with golden, Gruyère-topped baguette slices, offering a melty, cheesy crunch that elevates every bite. Perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining guests, this indulgent soup is both satisfying and elegant—ready to impress in just over an hour. Keywords: onion beef soup, caramelized onions, hearty soup recipes, Gruyère cheese, comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Beef chuck or stewing beef
• 4 large Yellow onions
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 6 cups Beef broth
• 1 cup Red wine
• 1 piece Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 6 pieces Baguette slices
• 1.5 cups Gruyère cheese

Directions

Step 1

Cut the beef into bite-sized cubes and set aside.

Step 2

Peel the onions and slice them thinly. Mince the garlic.

Step 3

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the beef and sear until browned on all sides. Remove the beef from the pot and set it aside.

Step 5

In the same pot, lower the heat to medium-low and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.

Step 6

Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, for about 25-30 minutes until deeply caramelized.

Step 7

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 8

Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir well to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.

Step 9

Deglaze the pot by adding the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.

Step 10

Return the seared beef to the pot, then pour in the beef broth.

Step 11

Add the bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a simmer.

Step 12

Cover the pot partially and let the soup simmer gently for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 13

While the soup is simmering, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Toast the baguette slices on a baking sheet until crispy.

Step 14

Top each baguette slice with grated Gruyère cheese and return to the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 5 minutes.

Step 15

Serve the soup hot, ladled into bowls, and topped with the cheesy baguette slices.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3241.9 grams (3241.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3589

Total Fat 219.80g	282%
Saturated Fat 102.80g	514%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.90g
Cholesterol 711mg	237%
Sodium 10611mg	461%
Total Carbohydrate 173.40g	63%
Dietary Fiber 17.00g	61%
Total Sugars 28.20g
Protein 190.40g	381%

Vitamin D 48IU	238%
Calcium 2395mg	184%
Iron 26mg	146%
Potassium 3745mg	80%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.6%

Protein: 22.2%

Carbs: 20.2%