A warm, savory soup with thick French bread soaking in beef broth and sautéed onion, and smothered in ooey gooey cheese. What’s not to like?

Easy French Onion Soup for 2

Total Time 25

Servings

Calories 446

In a medium-sized pot, melt butter over medium-high heat.
Peel and quarter the onion; then slice it thinly.
Place onion slices in melted butter. Add a pinch of salt and sauté, stirring occasionally until caramelized, about 8-10 minutes.
Add beef broth, black pepper, and bay leaf.
Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and cook for 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat the broiler to high and toast both sides of the French bread. When toasted, set aside.
Remove the bay leaf and ladle the soup into ovenproof crocks.
Place the bread on top of the soup and top each with 1½ slices of cheese.
Place crocks on a baking sheet; broil for 3-4 minutes until cheese is bubbly and begins to lightly brown. Remove and serve.

If you happen to have any leftover roast beef hanging around in your fridge, toss it in with the beef broth for a heartier soup.

Ovenproof crocks for soups and stews for two are a dime a dozen—you can find them online just about everywhere.

Serving size: 1 cup ♥ Calories: 446