Okay, so I’ve been craving French onion soup lately, the kind with that gooey, cheesy top and the rich, savory broth. I finally decided to make some, but then I hit a wall. What the heck do you eat with it? It’s kinda like a meal in itself, but I also wanted something more, you know?
First, I made the soup. Caramelizing those onions took forever, but it was worth it. I followed a pretty standard recipe, beef broth, thyme, the whole nine yards. I even got some nice Gruyere cheese for the topping, because why not treat myself, right?
While the soup was simmering, I started thinking about what to serve with it. I didn’t want anything too heavy that would overpower the soup, but I also wanted something satisfying. I rummaged through my fridge and found some leftover baguette, which was perfect for dipping. But I still felt like something was missing.

Then it hit me – salad! A nice, light salad would be the perfect contrast to the rich soup. I remembered seeing something about Caesar salad and arugula salad online, so I quickly whipped up a simple salad with some romaine lettuce, a basic vinaigrette, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Nothing fancy, just something to add a bit of freshness and crunch.
- Made the French onion soup, caramelizing the onions slowly.
- Considered what to serve with it, wanting something light yet satisfying.
- Decided on a salad for a fresh contrast to the rich soup.
- Made a simple salad with romaine, vinaigrette, and Parmesan.
My dinner is ready
And you know what? It was perfect! The crusty bread was amazing for soaking up the broth, and the salad was just the right amount of freshness to balance out the richness of the soup. I also tried it with some french toast the other day but it was too sweet for my taste. I might try the arugula salad one of these days. Honestly, I’m pretty proud of myself for figuring this one out. It’s like I unlocked a new level of soup enjoyment.
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