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Instant Pot French Onion Soup

Instant Pot French Onion Soup: Cozy Comfort in No Time

Experience the warmth of Instant Pot French Onion Soup, a comforting dish with caramelized onions, Gruyere cheese, and rich flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Feel free to use salted or unsalted.
  • 4 large Yellow Onions Sliced.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Flour Can be omitted for gluten-free.
For the Liquid
  • 1 cup Red Wine Substitute with additional broth if avoiding alcohol.
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Vegetable broth can be used for vegetarian option.
For the Topping
  • 1 loaf Baguette Sliced into 1/2 inch thick slices.
  • 2 cups Gruyere Cheese Shredded.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode and melt the butter. Add sliced yellow onions and sauté for 15 minutes, until golden brown.
  2. Season caramelized onions with salt, pepper, and thyme. Sprinkle flour and mix well. Cook for another minute.
  3. Pour in red wine, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until it reduces slightly.
  4. Add beef broth, stir well, seal the Instant Pot lid, and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
  5. After cooking, perform a quick pressure release and open the lid cautiously.
  6. Ladle soup into ramekins, top with baguette slices and shredded Gruyere cheese.
  7. Broil the ramekins for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
  8. Serve hot and enjoy your Instant Pot French Onion Soup!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers without bread and cheese for freshness. Soup is freezer-friendly for up to 3 months.

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