Inspired by the inviting charm of tucked-away bistros in Chicago neighborhoods, our Chicago Bistro French Onion Soup is a satisfying spin on the timeless French favorite.

Chicago Bistro French Onion Soup

Homemade in Minutes

$8.49

A Hearty, Lentil-Infused Take on a French Classic—With a Chicago Twist

Inspired by the inviting charm of tucked-away bistros in Chicago neighborhoods, our Chicago Bistro French Onion Soup is a satisfying spin on the timeless French favorite. Made with black lentils, sliced onions, and savory seasonings, this dry soup mix delivers rich, slow-simmered flavor and a touch of Midwest heartiness.

More nourishing than traditional versions and still every bit as comforting, this gluten-free soup stands on its own or becomes extra indulgent when finished with a thick slice of toasted French bread and melty cheese.

From breezy porches to snow-dusted sidewalks, this bistro-style bowl brings cozy, café-quality comfort to your kitchen—just the way we like it here in the Windy City.

Nutrition: Clean Label, Nothing Artificial, No Added Salt, Gluten Free, Non-GMO, Vegan Friendly.
Serves: 8
Cooktime: 50 Minutes

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Onion, Black Lentil, Carrot, Leek, Peppercorn (Black, Green, White), Allspice, Oregano, Nutmeg.

Nutrition: Clean Label, Nothing Artificial, No Added Salt, Gluten Free, Non-GMO, Vegan Friendly.

  • 3 tbsp Butter
  • 1 large sweet onion (about 3 cups)
  • 6 cups beef broth (48 oz.)
  • ½ cup Apple cider or apple juice
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire
  • Optional: 1 tsp Sugar
  • Optional: 8 oz Shredded Gruyere cheese
  • Optional:2 cups Croutons

  1. Peel onion and cut into quarters, then cross cut quarters to form narrow semi-circle slices.
  2. In a 4-quart pot melt butter and sauté onion 10 minutes, or to caramelize onion, add 1 teaspoon sugar and continue to cook for 10 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Stir in Chicago Bistro French Onion Soup Mix and stir 30 seconds.
  4. Add broth, apple cider or juice and Worcestershire.
  5. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 40 minutes.
  6. Serve as is or may top each bowl with croutons and Gruyere cheese.

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Product Reviews

  • 4
    Tasty

    Posted by Patty on May 21st 2025

    Great taste. Everything was soft and tasty. I added the sugar to caramelize the onions, added cheese and put it under the broiler. Everyone really liked it.

  • 2
    Not a favorite

    Posted by Heather on Apr 5th 2025

    The lentils weren’t good fit. And we love lentils. Even after over cooking they were crunchy and just didn’t seem to work in this soup. Also 1/4 c vinegar was aggressive. ****Anderson House Reply****Hi Heather, so sorry you did not enjoy the lentils, they should not be crunchy after simmering. However, vinegar can slow the softening/cooking of beans so that's the likely culprit. As for the vinegar addition, we do NOT call for this ingredient in this recipe so cannot speak to it's taste. We recommened apple cider. Give us a call if you'd like to chat 847-688-1200, thx!

  • 5
    Chicago Bistro French Onion Soup Mix

    Posted by Shannon on Nov 21st 2024

    Fantastic!! Hands down the best French Onion Soup i’ve ever enjoyed eating. I used Organic Apple Cider in my soup.

  • 5
    French onion soup

    Posted by Renette Gendreau on Jan 12th 2024

    Absolutely delicious. Made it tonight! I thoroughly enjoyed the flavor.

  • 5
    French Onion

    Posted by Linda H on Mar 15th 2023

    I made your French onion soup mix today, and enjoyed it. We had a big snowstorm in the northeast yesterday, and was looking for something soothing today, after shoveling out. The French Onion hit the spot.

  • 5
    Fabulous French Onion Soup

    Posted by Linda L on Jan 3rd 2023

    Hello there, I just want to let you know that your French Onion Soup is the BEST. However, when I made the soup I thought I was to add Apple Cider VINEGAR...and it was fantastic. I then gave a lot of them away for Christmas and found out that I was supposed to add Apple Cider/Juice instead of the vinegar. So I tried it with Apple Cider and guess what??? It was not as tasty for me without the apple cider vinegar so I added VINEGAR to it to give it more zing. Maybe you will add this as an option?! It is a fabulous product. Thank you

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