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French Onion Pizza

Savor Homemade French Onion Pizza for Cozy Nights

Experience the comforting delight of French Onion Pizza, combining caramelized onions, Gruyere, and mozzarella atop a crispy crust.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Caramelized Onions
  • 4 medium Sweet onions Thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Or olive oil for dairy-free
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh thyme Use 1 tsp dried thyme if fresh not available
  • 2 leaves Bay leaves Remove before topping pizza
  • 1/2 cup Sherry wine Or white wine/vegetable broth for non-alcoholic
  • 1 cup Beef stock Or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
Pizza Toppings
  • 1 cup Gruyere cheese Grated; substitute with Swiss for milder taste
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese Shredded
Pizza Base
  • 1 portion Pizza dough Store-bought or homemade

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Pizza stone

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and a tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add 4 thinly sliced sweet onions, 2 teaspoons of fresh thyme, 2 bay leaves, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir frequently for about 10 minutes until the onions begin to soften and turn translucent.
  2. Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue to cook the onions for 40-45 minutes, stirring occasionally until they turn deep golden brown.
  3. Add 1/2 cup of sherry wine and 1 cup of beef stock to the pot. Cook for an additional 6-8 minutes until the liquid reduces and coats the onions lightly.
  4. Preheat your oven to 550°F. If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
  5. Roll out your pizza dough on a floured surface to a 10-inch circle and transfer to a prepared baking sheet or pizza peel.
  6. Brush the dough generously with olive oil. Sprinkle a layer of Gruyere and mozzarella cheese evenly over it.
  7. Spoon the cooled caramelized onion mixture over the cheese layer.
  8. Slide the pizza onto the preheated stone or place the baking sheet in the oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes.
  9. Let the pizza cool for a minute, slice into wedges, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, caramelize the onions ahead of time and store them in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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