Description
Delightful French Onion Soup Bread marries classic comfort with rustic charm, blending caramelized onions and rich cheese into a crusty, irresistible loaf. Bread lovers will savor each hearty slice, experiencing a warm embrace of traditional French culinary magic.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup onion soup mix
- 1 cup warm water
Liquid and Fat Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup olive oil or melted butter
Seasoning and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional, such as cheddar or Swiss)
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 375°F and greasing a 9×5 inch loaf pan thoroughly to ensure easy bread removal.
- Gather dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl, combining onion soup mix, flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk vigorously to create a uniform mixture with no clumping.
- In a separate container, blend warm water with olive oil, incorporating dried thyme and shredded cheese for enhanced flavor complexity.
- Merge wet and dry ingredient mixtures, stirring gently with a wooden spoon until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain the bread’s tender texture.
- Transfer the dough into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the surface evenly with a spatula to create a uniform appearance.
- Slide the pan into the preheated oven and bake for 40-50 minutes, monitoring for a golden-brown crust and checking doneness with a toothpick inserted in the center.
- Remove from oven and allow the bread to rest in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling.
- Slice the bread when fully cooled and serve with butter or your preferred spread, complementing soups and stews perfectly.
Notes
- Swap onion soup mix with homemade seasoning blend for lower sodium content, using dried onion flakes, garlic powder, and herbs.
- Add roasted garlic or caramelized onions directly into the batter for deeper, more complex flavor profile and richer taste experience.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar, gruyère, or parmesan to customize the bread’s taste and texture according to personal preference.
- Make gluten-free version by substituting all-purpose flour with almond flour or gluten-free flour blend, ensuring same delicious result for those with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-50 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 470 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg