Delicious and Easy Instant Pot French Onion Soup

Learn how to make a delicious and easy Instant Pot French Onion Soup with this simple recipe. This classic French soup is made with caramelized onions, rich beef broth, and topped with melted cheese and toasted baguette slices. The Instant Pot makes it quick and convenient to prepare this comforting and flavorful soup.

Ingredients

• 3 large onions, thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon thyme leaves
• 1/2 cup red wine
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 slices of baguette
• 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese

Directions

1. Turn on the Instant Pot and select the sauté function. Melt the butter in the pot.
2. Add the sliced onions and cook until caramelized, stirring occasionally. This will take about 20-25 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and thyme leaves, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
4. Pour in the red wine and deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
5. Add the beef broth, bay leaf, and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Secure the lid on the Instant Pot and set the pressure valve to the sealing position.
7. Select the manual or pressure cook function and set the timer for 10 minutes.
8. When the cooking time is up, allow for a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then carefully quick release any remaining pressure.
9. Remove the bay leaf from the soup and taste for seasoning. Adjust if necessary.
10. Preheat your broiler. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls and top each bowl with a slice of baguette.
11. Sprinkle shredded Gruyere cheese over the baguette slices.
12. Place the bowls on a baking sheet and broil until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
13. Serve hot and enjoy the delicious Instant Pot French Onion Soup!

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