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Instant Pot French Onion Soup

Instant Pot French onion soup recipe is hearty and filling. Made with beef broth and caramelized onions; topped with melted Gruyere cheese.
Servings 10
Calories 290kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs yellow onions
  • 1/4 cup salted butter
  • 1/3 cup sherry or dry white wine
  • 8 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspooon salt
  • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 French baguette
  • 2 cups Gruyère  or Swiss Cheese
  • 1/2 cup parmesan

Instructions

  • Start by peeling the onions, then thinly slicing them from root to stem. You should have about 10 cups of sliced onions in total.
  • To caramelize the onions, begin by melting the butter in a 5 to 6 quart pot over medium heat. Add the onions and toss them around so they're coated in the butter.
  • Cook the onions on medium heat, occasionally stirring, until they have softened (about 15 to 20 minutes).
  • Add sugar, salt, garlic powder, and pepper to the pot. Cook frequently stirring for 510-15 minutes or until onions caramelize. Stir in wine; cook for 1 minute or just until it evaporates.
  • To the Instant Pot, add beef broth and caramelized onions.
  • Close the lid securely and move the pressure release valve to the "Sealing" position. Press either "Manual" or "Pressure Cook," then cook at high pressure for 5 minutes.
  • After cooking, press "Cancel" and use the quick release. Then, preheat the broiler.
  • Serve the soup in individual ovenproof bowls, topping each with 1 or 2 slices of bread and cheese. Place the bowls on a large baking sheet and broil them for 3-4 minutes, until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted and browned.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 1070mg | Potassium: 365mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 363IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 323mg | Iron: 2mg