{"id":299408,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-22T00:47:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/french-onion-casserole\/"},"modified":"2024-09-08T18:52:21","modified_gmt":"2024-09-08T23:52:21","slug":"french-onion-casserole","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/french-onion-casserole\/","title":{"rendered":"French Onion Casserole"},"content":{"rendered":"
This French onion casserole recipe takes all the delicious, comforting elements of French onion soup and turns them into a side dish you can put on a plate, perfect next to homey braised beef<\/a> or casual roast beef sliders<\/a>. Silky, caramelized onions are tossed with flour and butter to make a rich sauce, then topped with croutons and layers of melted cheese.<\/p>\n In a large ovenproof skillet (cast iron is a great choice), melt 3 tablespoons of butter and saute the onions until tender and lightly golden brown. Stir in the flour and pepper until the onions are well coated, then gradually add the broth and sherry. Bring to a boil, then cook, stirring, until thickened, about two minutes.<\/p>\n In a microwave, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, then add the croutons, tossing to coat. Distribute the croutons evenly over the onion mixture, and top with cheese.<\/p>\n Broil the casserole 3 to 4 inches from the heat until the cheese is melted and bubbly, one to two minutes.<\/p>\n Leftover French onion casserole can be stored covered in the refrigerator for three to four days.<\/p>\n To make this casserole ahead of time, cook the onions with the flour and broth. This can be refrigerated for one to two days. When you’re ready to cook, gently reheat this in the skillet and top with the prepared croutons and cheese. Broil as directed.<\/p>\n If you’d like to add protein to this dish, cook 1 pound of ground beef first, then drain it and set it aside. Stir it into the onion mixture after cooking, then top as directed.<\/p>\n If you’d like to make this dish vegetarian, trade the butter for olive oil and swap the beef broth for mushroom broth.<\/p>\n Yellow onions will cook up sweet, with an onion flavor that is just assertive enough to shine through the croutons and cheese.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" This easy French onion casserole layers golden onions in a luxurious sauce with croutons and melted, bubby cheese for a comforting accompaniment to beef or chicken 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Directions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Cook the onions and make the sauce<\/h3>\n
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Step 2: Top with croutons and cheese<\/h3>\n
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Step 3: Broil the casserole<\/h3>\n
Nicole Perry for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
Nicole Perry for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
French Onion Casserole Variations<\/h2>\n
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How to Store French Onion Casserole<\/h2>\n
Can you make French onion casserole ahead of time?<\/h3>\n
French Onion Casserole Tips<\/h2>\n
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Can I add meat to French onion casserole?<\/h3>\n
How do I make French onion casserole vegetarian?<\/h3>\n
What are the best types of onions to use in French onion casserole?<\/h3>\n