Longhorn French Onion Soup Recipe

My husband adores French Onion soups, He loves its caramelized onions, and it is one of his favorite dishes, Well I tasted a French Onion Soup from Longhorn Steakhouse, and the taste was so delicious and so creamy with so many different flavors, So today I will show you how I make my Longhorn French Onion Soup Recipe at home.

With its yummy onions cooking, the tasty beef broth, and the cheese melting on top, This soup is super tasty and can be eaten with family, and friends, or even when you’re by yourself and want something cozy.

Longhorn French Onion Soup is perfect for anyone who loves yummy homemade food. It’s made with easy ingredients and simple steps.

What is Longhorn French Onion Soup?

Longhorn French Onion Soup is a delicious soup that you can find at Longhorn Steakhouse. It’s really famous and so tasty! This soup is special because it’s full of yummy caramelized onions, rich beef broth, and melty cheese on top. Making it is easy too! You just cook the onions until they’re golden and soft, then add broth and let it simmer. Finally, you put toasted bread and cheese on top and broil it until the cheese is all bubbly and golden brown. It’s super tasty and comforting, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

• 4 large onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 cup dry sherry
• 6 cups beef broth
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Baguette slices
• 2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Large pot or Dutch oven
• Chef’s knife
• Cutting board
• Wooden spoon
• Ladle
• Baking sheet
• Oven-safe bowls

How to Make Longhorn French Onion Soup Recipe

Step 1:

In a large pot, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2:

Add sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and golden brown, about 30-40 minutes.

Step 3:

Stir in minced garlic and sugar, and cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 4:

Deglaze the pot with dry sherry, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.

Step 5:

Pour in beef broth and add fresh thyme and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20-30 minutes to meld flavors.

Step 6:

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 7:

Meanwhile, preheat the broiler. Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast under the broiler until lightly golden.

Step 8:

Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls and top with toasted baguette slices and shredded Gruyere cheese.

Step 9:

Place bowls under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 10:

Serve hot and savor the comforting goodness of Longhorn French Onion Soup!

Tips

• If you have one, use a mandoline slicer to quickly and uniformly slice the onions.
• Cooking the onions slowly over low heat helps to develop their sweetness and flavor. Be patient.
• Adjust the heat as needed to prevent the onions from burning. They should gently sizzle and caramelize without turning too dark.
• When deglazing the pot with sherry, be sure to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom to incorporate that flavor into the soup.
• Keep a close eye on the soup when broiling with the cheese topping to prevent burning. It only takes a few minutes for the cheese to melt and turn golden brown.

What to Pair with this Soup?

Longhorn French Onion Soup goes well with a classic grilled cheese sandwich for some extra cheesiness, or a hearty roast beef sandwich for a satisfying meal. As for drinks, my husband loves to eat them just with iced tea such as raspberry leaf tea or any iced tea you love, Also a regular demobbed can be good.

Also, you can add some sauces if you like to make it more delicious for you, if you ant it spicy add some Atomic Sauce or a creamy sauce like Fresh Cream Sauce Base.

These pairings will make your Longhorn French Onion Soup even more delicious and enjoyable!

FAQ

Can I use a different type of cheese?

Yes, you can! Feel free to try other cheeses like cheddar, Swiss, or even mozzarella.

Can I make this soup vegetarian?

Just use vegetable broth instead of beef broth, and you’ll have a delicious vegetarian version.

Can I freeze this soup?

Yes, you can freeze it! Just let it cool completely, then transfer it to freezer-safe containers. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Conclusion

Longhorn French Onion Soup is a super yummy soup that you’ll love! It’s great for sharing with family and friends, or just enjoying by yourself. Give it a try and tell everyone how tasty it is! And if you want more yummy recipes, don’t forget to check out my blog.

Longhorn French Onion Soup Recipe

Recipe by JuliaCourse: DinnerCuisine: FrenchDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

1

hour 

Calories

350

kcal

Total time

1

hour 

15

minutes

Longhorn French Onion Soup is a delicious French delicacy where onions are slowly cooked until caramelized, then simmered in flavorful beef broth. Topped with crispy baguette slices and gooey melted Gruyere cheese, this dish offers a comforting experience suitable for any meal or gathering.

Ingredients

• 4 large onions, thinly sliced

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 teaspoon sugar

• 1/4 cup dry sherry

• 6 cups beef broth

• 2 sprigs fresh thyme

• 1 bay leaf

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Baguette slices

• 2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese

Directions

• In a large pot, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat.
• Add sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and golden brown, about 30-40 minutes.
• Stir in minced garlic and sugar, and cook for another 5 minutes.
• Deglaze the pot with dry sherry, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
• Pour in beef broth and add fresh thyme and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20-30 minutes to meld flavors.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Meanwhile, preheat the broiler. Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast under the broiler until lightly golden.
• Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls and top with toasted baguette slices and shredded Gruyere cheese.
• Place bowls under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
• Serve hot and savor the comforting goodness of Longhorn French Onion Soup!

Notes

• If you have one, use a mandoline slicer to quickly and uniformly slice the onions.
• Cooking the onions slowly over low heat helps to develop their sweetness and flavor. Be patient.
• Adjust the heat as needed to prevent the onions from burning. They should gently sizzle and caramelize without turning too dark.
• When deglazing the pot with sherry, be sure to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom to incorporate that flavor into the soup.
• Keep a close eye on the soup when broiling with the cheese topping to prevent burning. It only takes a few minutes for the cheese to melt and turn golden brown.