Recipe: Instant Pot French Onion Soup
I’ve been craving caramelized onions lately and I couldn’t think of a better way to enjoy them then with this French onion soup. This tasty flavor-packed soup is all cooked in the pressure cooker. It’s super easy to make and only requires a few simple ingredients. It makes a great lunch or dinner in the fall and winter and will fill your home with a warm aroma.
The only step that takes time is caramelizing the onions. They take about 15-20 minutes to fully caramelize so make sure to set time aside for the caramelizing part. After the onions are caramelized, a few tablespoons of flour, garlic, and the broth is then added.
THE RECIPE:
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds yellow onions peeled and sliced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 32 oz cartons College Inn beef broth (or 8 cups)
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 6 to asted baguette slices
- 2 cups grated Gruyere or swiss, parmesan, mozzarella
Instructions:
- Place onions, butter, and sugar in a pressure cooker or Instant Pot. Sautee for 15-20 minutes or until onions are golden brown and caramelized. Be sure to keep an eye on them so they don't burn.
- Add the flour and garlic. Stir for 1 minute or until the flour is cooked through. Add the broth and balsamic vinegar. Seal pressure cooker and set heat to high pressure; Set cooking time to 5 minutes. After the time is done, release pressure by allowing steam to vent, then remove the lid.
- To Serve: Preheat broiler and move oven rack to top position. Spoon broth into 4-6 ovenproof serving bowls. Top with a slice of toast and a generous sprinkle of cheese. Set the bowls on a rimmed baking sheet. Broil until cheese is melted and browned in spots. Serve immediately and enjoy!