Easy French Onion Soup: A Cozy, Indulgent Twist with Turkey Bacon
Enjoy a deliciously rich and comforting French onion soup made special with turkey bacon for a unique twist.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 4 large onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 6 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 8 cups beef or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 8 slices baguette, toasted
- 2 cups grated Gruyère cheese
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add sliced onions and cook until caramelized, about 30 minutes.
- Stir in chopped turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add garlic and thyme, cooking for an additional minute.
- Pour in wine, scraping up any browned bits, and let reduce for 5 minutes.
- Add broth, salt, and pepper; simmer for 20 minutes.
- Serve soup in bowls topped with toasted baguette and grated cheese.
- Broil until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of balsamic vinegar.
- Use low-sodium broth if you are watching salt intake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Easy French Onion Soup, Turkey Bacon Soup, Comfort Food