Description

This cozy onion boil recipe is a simple, budget-friendly way to turn humble onion into a comforting bowl of flavor. Tender whole onions simmer in seasoned broth until sweet, silky, and deeply savory — a perfect winter warmer.

Ingredients

Scale

4 large yellow onions, peeled (leave whole)
4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
2 cups water
2 tbsp unsalted butter or olive oil
1 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried thyme
1 bay leaf
Optional: 1 tbsp onion soup mix (for a bolder onion soup note)
Optional garnish: chopped parsley or chives

Instructions

Peel the onions and trim the root end just enough so they sit flat, but stay whole.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, add broth, water, butter, salt, pepper, garlic powder, thyme, and bay leaf.
Gently place the whole onions into the pot so they are mostly submerged.
Bring to a light boil, then reduce to low. Cover and simmer for 35 to 45 minutes, until the onions are very tender when pierced.
Taste and adjust seasoning. Remove the bay leaf. Serve hot with broth ladled over each onion.

Notes

For a richer flavor, add an extra tablespoon of butter near the end. Swap in rosemary or sage for the thyme for a wintery twist. Want it cheesy? Top with Gruyère or Swiss and broil. To serve soup-style, slice the onions after cooking.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Comfort Food

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 onion with broth
Calories: 120
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: onion boil, cozy recipe, winter soup, simple onion recipe, warm meal