Costco French Onion Soup Recipe

This is my second Costco copycat recipe, I Already tried the Costco Scalloped Potatoes Recipe, and The taste was amazing, Now I will share how I made the Costco French Onion Soup Recipe with just some easy-to-follow steps like usual.

I love French Onion Soup Recipes, My favorite one so far is the Longhorn one, I made it I think 3 weeks ago, Is a tasty French Onion Soup mixed with some spices inspired by the Longhorn restaurant, Until now I only make copycats of French Onion Soup Recipes, I love that because they are so famous and so delicious as well, but I will make a traditional one shortly.

The Costco French Onion Soup Recipe is no less delicious than the Longhorn one. It’s a delicious dish packed with onions and flavors as well and topped with cheese. It’s a perfect meal for dinner. You can serve a small bowl to each member of the family, just like I did.

The recipe is so easy to make. You just add each ingredient separately and keep stirring. After that, add the crusty bread, I prefer the crusty one, but you can use soft bread too – and keep stirring. Then, pour as much as you like into a small bowl, sprinkle with cheese, and pop it in the oven. That’s all, and you’ll have a cheesy and juicy soup right away to enjoy.

What is Costco French Onion Soup Recipe?

Costco offers a delicious French Onion Soup that is a favorite by lots of people. This inspired recipe aims to capture the essence of Costco’s version. Made with fresh onions, and savory broth, and topped with gooey melted cheese, it’s a cozy dish perfect for dinner.

To make it, start by caramelizing thinly sliced onions in a mixture of butter and olive oil. Then, add minced garlic and a touch of sugar. Deglaze the pot with white wine and simmer until reduced. Pour in beef broth and Crusty bread and let it simmer. After that pour the soup into any bowl size that may fit your desire, add cheese on top, and put it in the oven. and Voila a French Onion Soup so close to the one available at Costco.

Ingredients

To make this Costco French Onion Soup, you’ll need the following ingredients:

  • 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 slices of crusty bread
  • 1 cup grated Gruyere cheese

Kitchen Equipment Needed

To make this Costco French Onion Soup, you’ll need the following kitchen equipment:

  • Large pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Chef’s knife
  • Cutting board
  • Baking sheet
  • Ladle
  • Soup bowls

How to Make Costco French Onion Soup Recipe?

Step 1:

In a big pot, Melt some butter and oil on the stove. Then, put in the onions. Stir them now and then and wait until they turn a nice golden color.

Step 2:

After the onions look golden, it’s time to add some garlic and sugar. Garlic makes the soup smell yummy. Stir it all together for a little bit until it smells even better.

Step 3:

Pour in some white wine. Let it bubble and fizz in the pot for a little while.

Step 4:

Now, pour in the beef broth. Let it all mix and let it cook for a bit.

Step 5:

Next, add some crusty bread and keep stirring until all the ingredients are well melted. Then, spoon a little bit of the soup into a small bowl that fits your needs, and sprinkle the Gruyere cheese on top until the bowl is covered. Put your bowl in the oven and bake until you see the cheese turn golden and the smile is so good.

Step 6:

Finally, it’s time to eat, Enjoy it with some side dishes like Potato salad or some Baked Whole Cauliflower.

Tips

  • Make sure to cut the onions into really thin pieces. This helps them cook evenly and get super soft and sweet when they’re in the soup.
  • Keep stirring the onions a lot while they’re cooking. This makes sure they don’t stick to the pot and turn too dark.
  • You can use any cheese you like best instead of Gruyere

What to Pair with this Costco French Onion Soup Recipe

The first option I will suggest is some side dishes like Potato salad and some Baked Whole Cauliflower, The combo pairs perfectly.

Also, a fluffy quiche filled with spinach and cheese can be a good option to eat with it. As for drinks, a glass of a warm cup of Moroccan tea can provide a soothing contrast to the savory soup.

FAQ

Can I use other types of onions besides yellow onions?

Yes, you can use other varieties of onions such as white or red onions, but yellow onions are traditionally used for French Onion Soup.

Can I make this soup vegetarian?

Absolutely, Simply use vegetable broth instead of beef broth to make a vegetarian version of this soup.

How can I make this soup gluten-free?

To make this soup gluten-free, use gluten-free bread for the cheesy toast topping.

Can I freeze the leftovers of this soup?

Yes, you can freeze leftovers of this soup for up to 1 month. Just make sure to store them in airtight containers to maintain freshness.

What’s the best way to reheat the soup?

The best way to reheat the soup is on the stove over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through. You can also reheat it in the microwave.

How long will the soup stay fresh in the refrigerator?

The soup will stay fresh in the refrigerator for 1 day when stored in an airtight container.

Can I use a different type of cheese for the topping?

Yes, you can use any cheese you like the most.

Conclusion

This Costco French Onion Soup recipe is perfect for people who love this kind of dish, also, if you always get the once in Cotsco, try this copycat recipe and let us know in the comment section, if it is like the original or at least close to it or not, Don’t forget to share this recipe with your friends and family, and be sure to subscribe to my blog for more tasty recipes.

Costco French Onion Soup Recipe

Recipe by JuliaCourse: DinnerCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

50

minutes
Calories

350

kcal
Total time

1

hour 

Yummy Copycat Costco French Onion Soup Recipe, A warm soup that contains a lot of different flavors. Easy to make with onions, tasty broth, and melty cheese on top. Perfect for people who love this kind of creamy juicy soup recipe.

Ingredients

  • 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon sugar

  • 1/2 cup dry white wine

  • 6 cups beef broth

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 4 slices of crusty bread

  • 1 cup grated Gruyere cheese

Directions

  • In a big pot, Melt some butter and oil on the stove. Then, put in the onions. Stir them now and then and wait until they turn a nice golden color.
  • After the onions look golden, it's time to add some garlic and sugar. Garlic makes the soup smell really yummy. Stir it all together for a little bit until it smells even better.
  • Pour in some white wine. Let it bubble and fizz in the pot for a little while.
  • Now, pour in the beef broth. Let it all mix and let it cook for a bit.
  • Next, add some crusty bread and keep stirring until all the ingredients are well melted. Then, spoon a little bit of the soup into a small bowl that fits your needs, and sprinkle the Gruyere cheese on top until the bowl is covered. Put your bowl in the oven and bake until you see the cheese turn golden and the smile is so good.
  • Finally, it's time to eat, Enjoy it with some side dishes like Potato salad or some Baked Whole Cauliflower.

Notes

  • Make sure to cut the onions into really thin pieces. This helps them cook evenly and get super soft and sweet when they're in the soup.
  • Keep stirring the onions a lot while they're cooking. This makes sure they don't stick to the pot and turn too dark.
  • You can use any cheese you like best instead of Gruyere
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I create recipes almost every day, sometimes with a little help from my husband (who’s a great taste tester!). Oh, and did I mention I’m a mom of two awesome kids, Sofia and Noah? They love trying my new recipes and always push me to create more and experiment with new dishes.