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Jamie Oliver French Onion Soup

Jamie Oliver French Onion Soup
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Jamie Oliver’s French Onion Soup is a classic French dish featuring slow-caramelised onions cooked in butter, simmered in broth, and served with toasted bread topped with melted cheese. It balances sweetness, savouriness, and comfort in every spoonful.

Ingredients

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For the Soup

  • 6 large onions, thinly sliced

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme or ½ tsp dried thyme

  • 1 bay leaf

  • 1 litre beef or vegetable stock

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Cheese Topping

  • 4 slices of baguette or crusty bread

  • 1 cup grated Gruyère or cheddar cheese

Instructions

Step 1: Caramelise the Onions Slowly

Heat butter and olive oil in a large pot. Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook on low heat for 25–30 minutes, stirring now and then, until deep golden and caramelised. This step develops the soup’s signature flavour.

Step 2: Add Garlic and Herbs

Stir in garlic, thyme, and the bay leaf. Cook briefly until fragrant. These aromatics deepen the flavour and bring warmth to the soup.

Step 3: Add the Stock

Pour in the beef or vegetable stock. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes to let the flavours blend.

Step 4: Adjust Seasoning

Taste and add salt or pepper as needed. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 5: Prepare the Cheese Toasts

Toast the bread slices lightly, then top with grated Gruyère or cheddar. Grill until bubbly and golden.

Step 6: Serve the Soup

Ladle the hot soup into bowls and place a cheese toast on top. Let the cheese melt into the soup for maximum flavour.

Find it online: https://jamieolivereats.uk/french-onion-soup/