Name: Instant Pot French Onion Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 1/2 stick unsalted butter (1/4 cup); 2 pounds onions (halved, then thinly sliced); 6 cloves garlic (minced); 2 Tablespoons flour; 3/4 cup alcohol-free white wine alternative; 4 cups beef broth (reduced-sodium (32 ounces)); 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 3 sprigs fresh thyme; 1 bay leaf; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 2 Tablespoons alcohol-free flavorings (optional); 6 1/2-inch thick diagonal slices baguette; ½ pound Gruyère cheese (grated); 2 Tablespoons parmesan (grated (optional))

Description

Instant Pot French Onion soup with delicious caramelized onions, beef broth, and melty Gruyere cheese croutons is the ultimate comfort food soup recipe.

Ingredients

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1/2 stick unsalted butter (1/4 cup)
2 pounds onions (halved, then thinly sliced)
6 cloves garlic (minced)
2 Tablespoons flour
3/4 cup alcohol-free white wine alternative
4 cups beef broth (reduced-sodium (32 ounces))
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
3 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 Tablespoons alcohol-free flavorings (optional)
6 1/2-inch thick diagonal slices baguette
½ pound Gruyère cheese (grated)
2 Tablespoons parmesan (grated (optional))

Instructions

Step: Set Instant Pot to SAUTE. Add butter and melt. Add onions and a pinch of salt and saute until softened, 5-6 minutes.
Step: Add garlic and cook 1 minute longer. Hit CANCEL.
Step: Add 1/4 cup stock to the onions, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Place lid on pot and set to seal. Press MANUAL high pressure and cook for 18 minutes. When time is up, quick release the pressure and remove lid. Hit CANCEL.
Step: Set Instant Pot to SAUTE and add flour. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
Step: Add alcohol-free white wine alternative and cook for 5 minutes, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pot.
Step: Add remaining broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, bay leaf and salt and pepper. Place lid on pot and set to seal. Press MANUAL high pressure and cook for 0 (zero) minutes. Quick release the pressure before removing lid. Stir in alcohol-free flavorings (if using). Taste and season with additional salt and pepper, as needed.
Step: Meanwhile, preheat the broiler. Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet in a single layer. Sprinkle the slices with the Gruyere and parmesan and broil until bubbly and golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes.
Step: Ladle the soup into bowls and place Gruyere toasts on top.

Notes

For a brighter flavor, you can add a splash of balsamic vinegar at the end. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To freeze, store the soup without cheese or toasted baguettes for up to 3 months. Defrost overnight in the fridge before reheating on the stovetop or in the microwave.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Pressure Cooking
Cuisine: French

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 336 kcal
Sugar: 7 g
Sodium: 939 mg
Fat: 21 g
Saturated Fat: 13 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 19 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 15 g
Cholesterol: 61 mg

Keywords: Instant Pot, French Onion Soup, comfort food, caramelized onions, beef broth