The Simple Swap For Heavenly French Onion Soup

While many French onion soup fans swear by using Gruyere or even Swiss cheese when crafting the delectable dish, using Comté cheese instead can truly elevate its flavors.

Comté cheese is similar to Gruyere in many ways, including its nutty taste and good melting profile; however, it has an incredibly complex flavor profile that can work wonders.

As per the Cheese Professor, a young Comté is an excellent swap because it’s smooth and has notes of caramel, which complement the caramelized onions in the French onion soup.

The nuttiness of Comté also adds some depth of flavor. Since the cheese is a topping rather than an ingredient in the soup, feel free to add as much Comté as you desire.