Irresistibly Cozy Slow Cooker French Onion Gnocchi Soup
A warm and comforting bowl of Slow Cooker French Onion Gnocchi Soup, perfect for chilly evenings.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
Ingredients
For the Soup Base
- 4 large Yellow Onions Use sweet Vidalia onions for extra flavor.
- 2 tablespoons Butter Can swap with olive oil for a dairy-free option.
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can replace with more butter or a neutral oil.
- 4 cloves Garlic Fresh is ideal, but jarred works in a pinch.
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Dried thyme can be used as a substitute.
- 6 cups Vegetable Broth Beef broth can be used for extra heartiness.
For the Gnocchi
- 2 cups Potato Gnocchi Gluten-free gnocchi works beautifully.
For the Toppings
- 1 cup Toasted Baguette Slices Substitute with gluten-free bread if needed.
- 1 cup Gruyere Cheese Can use Swiss cheese or a vegan melt.
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley or Thyme For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Thinly slice the yellow onions and place them in the slow cooker. Add butter and olive oil.
- Toss in minced garlic and fresh thyme. Stir to infuse the flavors into the onions.
- Add the vegetable broth. Ensure everything is submerged, cover, and set on low for 6-8 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, prepare the gnocchi according to the package instructions.
- Once the soup is done cooking, stir in the gnocchi to coat in the broth.
- Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls, top with baguette slices and Gruyere, then broil for 3-5 minutes until bubbly.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with herbs, and serve warm.
Notes
Optional: Drizzle with truffle oil for extra flavor.