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Zuppa di Cipolle

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Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Soup
Cuisine Italian

Equipment

  • Equipment Needed: Large pot, wooden spoon, oven-safe bowls, knife, cutting board, and broiler.

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients
  • For the Soup:
  • 4 large onions yellow or white, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 4 cups beef or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup dry white wine optional
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon sugar to help caramelize the onions
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • For the Topping:
  • 4 slices of crusty bread like baguette or ciabatta
  • 1 ½ cups grated cheese Gruyère, mozzarella, or Parmesan

Instructions
 

  • Instructions
  • Step 1: Prepare the Onions
  • Heat the Oil and Butter: In a large pot over medium heat, combine olive oil and butter. Allow the butter to melt.
  • Add the Onions: Stir in the thinly sliced onions, sugar, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 30 minutes, stirring frequently until the onions become caramelized and golden brown.
  • Step 2: Build the Flavor
  • Add Garlic and Herbs: Once the onions are caramelized, add minced garlic and thyme. Sauté for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Deglaze the Pot: Pour in the white wine (if using) and scrape any brown bits from the bottom of the pot. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes until the wine reduces slightly.
  • Step 3: Simmer the Soup
  • Add Broth and Bay Leaf: Pour in the beef or vegetable broth and add the bay leaf. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  • Taste and Adjust: Remove the bay leaf, taste the soup, and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  • Step 4: Prepare the Topping
  • Toast the Bread: While the soup is simmering, preheat the broiler. Toast the slices of bread until golden brown, then set aside.
  • Step 5: Assemble and Broil
  • Ladle the Soup: Divide the soup into oven-safe bowls, placing a slice of toasted bread on top of each bowl.
  • Add Cheese: Generously sprinkle the grated cheese over the bread.
  • Broil: Place the bowls under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning!
  • Variations
  • Vegetarian Option: Use vegetable broth instead of beef broth and skip the cheese or use a dairy-free alternative.
  • Cheesy Delight: Experiment with different cheeses such as Fontina or Gouda for varied flavor profiles.
  • Herbal Twist: Add a splash of balsamic vinegar or fresh herbs like rosemary for a different depth of flavor.