Jul 13 2026
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House-made Soups Recipe

Inspired by Thunder Bay Grille Rockford
Time1h 30m
Serves4

CUP - French Onion Baked Potato Soup of the Day

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Ingredients

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Soup Base

Baked Potato Toppings

Method

Soup Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté Onions

    In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until they are caramelized, about 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently.

  2. 2

    Add Garlic

    Once the onions are caramelized, add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Deglaze with Wine

    Pour in the dry white wine and scrape the bottom of the pot to deglaze. Allow the wine to reduce for about 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add Broth and Flavorings

    Add the beef broth, dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes.

  5. 5

    Finish Soup

    After 30 minutes, taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Baked Potato Assembly

  1. 6

    Prepare Baked Potatoes

    While the soup is simmering, bake the potatoes in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 45-60 minutes, or until tender. Allow them to cool slightly, then slice them open.

  2. 7

    Add Toppings

    Spoon the hot soup into bowls, then place a baked potato half on top of each serving. Add a dollop of sour cream, sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onions. Top with croutons if desired.

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