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Cozy French Onion Soup Dip in Bread Bowl

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A comforting and easy-to-make French Onion Soup Dip served in a crusty bread bowl, perfect for parties and cozy nights. Features slow-caramelized onions, savory broth, and melted Gruyère and cheddar cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups beef broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 ½ cups shredded Gruyère cheese
  • ½ cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
  • 1 large sourdough bread round (6–7 inches diameter), hollowed out
  • Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Peel and thinly slice 4 large yellow onions (about 6 cups).
  2. Heat 3 tablespoons unsalted butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, for 35-40 minutes until deep golden brown and sweet-smelling.
  3. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add 1 teaspoon dried thyme and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, stirring to combine.
  4. Pour in 2 cups beef broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce gently for 10-12 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups shredded Gruyère and ½ cup sharp white cheddar cheese. Mix well.
  6. Using a serrated knife, slice the top off the sourdough loaf and hollow out the interior, leaving about 1-inch thick walls. Save bread chunks for dipping.
  7. Pour the onion and broth mixture into the hollowed bread bowl. Sprinkle the cheese evenly over the top.
  8. Place the bread bowl on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
  9. Remove from oven, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately with bread chunks or crackers for dipping.

Notes

Cook onions low and slow to avoid bitterness. Watch bread bowl while baking to prevent burning; cover with foil if browning too fast. Use a serrated knife to hollow bread without squashing. For gluten-free, serve dip in a bowl with gluten-free crackers instead of bread bowl. Can prepare onions and dip a day ahead for convenience.

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Keywords: French onion soup dip, bread bowl dip, party dip, caramelized onions, Gruyère cheese, easy appetizer, cozy dip

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