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French Onion Casserole

A creamy and flavorful casserole made with caramelized onions and melted cheese, perfect for a cozy meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Comfort Food, Main Course
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 cups of vegetable broth Use quality broth for better flavor.
  • 1 cup of heavy cream
  • 1 cup of shredded Swiss cheese
  • 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon of fresh thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 loaf of crusty bread, cubed (preferably stale for added texture)
  • 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and stir occasionally until they become caramelized, about 30 minutes. Add the minced garlic during the last few minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the vegetable broth and heavy cream. Stir in the thyme, salt, and pepper.
  4. In a large baking dish, layer half of the cubed bread at the bottom. Pour half of the onion mixture over the bread, then sprinkle with half of the Swiss and mozzarella cheese. Repeat these layers, finishing with the remaining cheese on top.
  5. Carefully pour the vegetable broth mixture over the entire casserole, ensuring that all the bread is soaked.
  6. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.

Notes

For the best flavor, caramelize the onions slowly and use stale bread for texture. You can experiment with cheeses like Gruyère or aged cheddar for a different twist. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or frozen before baking.