Description
Experience the heartwarming flavors of Italian Onion Soup with Fontina. This rustic dish features sweet caramelized onions simmered in rich beef broth, topped with melty Fontina cheese and served over crispy toasted bread. Perfect for a chilly evening or as a comforting appetizer, this soup envelops you in warmth with each delicious spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup Fontina cheese, shredded
- 4 slices crusty baguette or ciabatta, toasted
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter and add the sliced onions. Cook for 25-30 minutes until caramelized, stirring occasionally.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the beef broth while scraping any bits from the bottom of the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Preheat your oven broiler. Toast the sliced bread until golden brown.
- Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls, place toasted bread on top, and sprinkle with Fontina cheese.
- Broil for 3-5 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, add fresh thyme or bay leaves during simmering. Consider using vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.