French Onion Gnocchi Soup Recipe
A rich and comforting French Onion Gnocchi Soup that combines the deep, caramelized flavors of slow-cooked onions with tender gnocchi and melted Gruyere cheese, perfect for a cozy meal.
- Author: Logan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Low Fat
For the Soup:
- 4 onions, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cups beef broth
For the Gnocchi:
- 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
Topping:
- 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
- Caramelize the Onions: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until they become golden brown and caramelized, about 25-30 minutes. This process develops the deep, sweet flavor essential for the soup.
- Add the Broth and Simmer: Pour in the beef broth with the caramelized onions. Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Cook the Gnocchi: Stir in the gnocchi and cook according to package instructions, usually about 3 minutes or until the gnocchi float to the surface and are tender.
- Serve with Cheese: Ladle the soup into bowls and generously top each serving with shredded Gruyere cheese. The heat from the soup will gently melt the cheese for a delicious finishing touch.
Notes
- Use thinly sliced onions to ensure even caramelization.
- Be patient when caramelizing to develop full flavor without burning.
- Gruyere cheese melts beautifully and adds a nutty richness, but you can substitute with Swiss or mozzarella if preferred.
- For a vegetarian version, replace beef broth with vegetable broth and omit Gruyere or use a plant-based cheese alternative.
- This soup is best served immediately to enjoy the melted cheese texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: French Onion Soup, Gnocchi Soup, Caramelized Onion Soup, Comfort Food, Gruyere Soup