French Onion Soup Casserole: A Comforting Twist with Turkey Bacon
A delightful twist on classic French onion soup, this casserole uses turkey bacon for a healthier option while maintaining the rich flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound turkey bacon
- 4 cups onions, thinly sliced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 loaf crusty bread, cubed
Instructions
- Cook the turkey bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- Add sliced onions to the skillet and cook until caramelized.
- In a large baking dish, combine cooked bacon, caramelized onions, beef broth, and thyme.
- Top with cubed bread and Swiss cheese.
- Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine to the broth.
- Feel free to substitute with other types of cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg