French Onion Soup For One

Longing for a bowl of rich, savory, and cheesy French Onion Soup but don’t want to make a large pot? You’ve come to the right place! This single serving French Onion Soup recipe is the ultimate comfort food, capturing the essence of a Parisian bistro experience in one cozy bowl. It’s simple, satisfying, and perfect for anyone cooking for one or two people.

French Onion Soup can be a hearty meal on its own. For added variety, consider pairing it with a fresh Italian Chopped Salad, a single serving Crustless Quiche Lorraine, or an extra slice of homemade French Bread.

Why You’ll Love This French Onion Soup Recipe

• Simple Ingredients: Made with just one onion and everyday pantry items, this recipe is as uncomplicated as it is delicious.
• Comforting: The gooey cheese and hearty broth make this a perfect comfort food.
• Restaurant-Quality: Savor the richness and complexity in every spoonful, comparable to a high-end restaurant serving.
• Recipe can be doubled: This small batch soup recipe yields one large bowl of soup but if you’d like to make a second bowl, just double the ingredient amounts.

Ingredients

For the best results in your single serve French Onion Soup, pay close attention to the ingredients you select. Here’s what you need:

• Butter: It adds a layer of seasoning while sautéing the onions.
• Onion: Choose one small yellow onion and slice it thinly for the perfect caramelization. Yellow onions are naturally sweet, making them ideal for this dish.
• Garlic: A single clove delivers a subtle yet impactful aroma and flavor.
• Seasonings: Opt for dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. These classic seasonings enhance the soup’s overall profile.
• Red wine: Ideal for deglazing the pan and adding depth of flavor. If you’d rather skip the alcohol, using broth is a perfectly fine alternative.
• Flour: All-purpose flour is my go-to for thickening the soup. If you’re following a gluten-free diet, a gluten-free blend works just as well.
• Broth: While beef broth is traditional in French Onion Soup, quality store-bought options can be elusive. To avoid a metallic aftertaste, I use chicken broth for a consistently delicious outcome.
• French bread and cheese: Gruyere is the cheese of choice for authenticity. But don’t worry if you don’t have it on hand; Gouda, Swiss, Fontina, or Mozzarella make great substitutes.

If you have any ingredients leftover from this French Onion Soup recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder

For this soup recipe, I use a 2-quart saucepan. For best results use a pot of similar size.

Expert Tips

• Gruyere Cheese: For that quintessential French Onion Soup flavor, you can’t go wrong with Gruyere. Its meltability and rich, smooth texture make it the top choice. For other cheese options, check out our Ingredient Notes.
• Choosing the Right Broth: Traditional recipes call for beef broth, but a high-quality store-bought version is often elusive. Many tend to have a metallic tang. To guarantee a satisfying soup, opt for chicken broth instead.

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