Instant Pot French Onion Soup Recipe
Description
French Onion Soup is one of those classic recipes that is sure to please the whole family. This Instant Pot French Onion Soup is a great way to make a delicious soup in a fraction of the time. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a warm, comforting bowl of soup in no time. The addition of a few herbs and spices adds an extra layer of flavor that takes this soup to the next level. Serve it up with some crunchy croutons and a sprinkle of cheese for a meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Prep Time
This Instant Pot French Onion Soup recipe requires very little prep time. All you need to do is slice the onions, chop the garlic, and measure out the spices. Once that’s done, you’re ready to start cooking. This entire recipe can be made in less than 30 minutes, making it a great weeknight dinner option.
Cook Time
The cook time for this Instant Pot French Onion Soup recipe is just 10 minutes. The soup needs to cook on high pressure for 10 minutes and then you need to let the pressure release naturally. Once that’s done, you can add the cheese and croutons and serve.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 large sweet onions, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup croutons, for serving
Instructions
1. Select the "Sauté" setting on the Instant Pot and add the butter. Once melted, add the onions and garlic and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened. Add the thyme and oregano and cook for an additional minute.
2. Add the beef broth and black pepper and stir to combine. Secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed. Select the "Manual" setting and set the time to 10 minutes. Once the timer is up, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then do a quick release.
3. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with Parmesan cheese and croutons. Serve and enjoy!
Equipment
- Instant Pot
- Cutting Board
- Knife
- Soup Ladle
Notes
This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to make a larger batch. It also freezes well, so you can make a big batch and freeze a portion for later. If you’re not a fan of beef broth, you can use vegetable broth instead.
Nutrition: Per Serving
- Calories: 122
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 6g
- Fat: 5g
- Sodium: 819mg
- Fiber: 2g
Recipe Tips
For an extra flavorful soup, use a blend of yellow and white onions. You can also use a combination of beef and chicken broth for an extra rich flavor. If you’d like a creamier soup, stir in a few tablespoons of heavy cream before serving. For a vegetarian version, replace the beef broth with vegetable broth.
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