Vidalia Onion Souffle

Prep: 20 min Cook: 45 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: French

A savory souffle featuring sweet Vidalia onions, Swiss cheese, and thyme, baked to golden perfection. Perfect for elegant dinners or special brunch gatherings.

Be the first to rate this recipe

Ingredients

  • 6 to 8 oz. stale French bread, cubed
  • 1 stick butter
  • 3 Vidalia onions, sliced and separated
  • 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 cups light cream
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place bread cubes in a 1 1/2 quart souffle dish.
  2. Melt butter in a large skillet and saute onion slices until tender-crisp.
  3. Pour the sautéed onions and butter over the bread cubes.
  4. Sprinkle dried thyme and shredded Swiss cheese on top.
  5. Beat the eggs in a bowl and blend in light cream, salt, and pepper.
  6. Pour the egg mixture over the bread, onions, and cheese, pressing with a spatula to ensure the bread is soaked.
  7. Can be prepared ahead and refrigerated at this point.
  8. Bring to room temperature before baking.
  9. Bake at 350°F for 45 minutes or until puffed and golden.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

565 kcal 28% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 11.7g 23% DV
Total Fat 40.3g 52% DV
Carbs 41.9g 15% DV
Fiber 3.8g 13% DV
Sugar 1g 2% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9899.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 373.8mg 8% DV
Cholesterol 182.3mg 61% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 198mcg 22% DV
Vitamin C 40.8mg 45% DV
Calcium 418.8mg 32% DV
Iron 5.3mg 30% DV
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

Vegetarian recipes → Dairy recipes → All recipes →