ReceptnaptárZwiebelsuppe mit Käsetoast (onion soup with cheese toast)
Zwiebelsuppe mit Käsetoast is a warming classic of German home cooking and restaurants, a relative of French onion soup. Slowly caramelised onions give a sweet, deep flavour, and the cheese toast makes it filling. It is the ideal dish for cold days.
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Method
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- Melt the butter in a large pot and add the onions and sugar.
- Cook over low heat, stirring often, for 25-30 minutes, until the onions are deep golden and sweet.
- Sprinkle with flour, stir for 1 minute, then pour in the white wine and reduce by half.
- Add the beef stock, bay leaf and thyme, and cook for 20 minutes.
- Toast the bread slices and sprinkle them with cheese.
- Ladle the soup into ovenproof bowls, top with the bread and place under the grill until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve immediately.
A Receptnaptár original recipe. Calories and protein are estimated.
Tips
- Cook the onions slowly and patiently, as they give the soup its flavour.
- Use a good beef stock, as it determines the result.
- Put the bowls on a tray before grilling so nothing drips.
Frequently asked questions
Can it be vegetarian?
Yes, with vegetable stock, but beef stock gives a deeper flavour.
Can it be prepared in advance?
The soup yes, but grill the cheese toast just before serving.
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