My French grandmother always sticks cloves into an onion. When I discovered why she did this, I was surprised, as I had never seen it before. Now, I do it myself and I’m absolutely thrilled with this trick. Let me explain what cloves in an onion are for …

DESCRIPTION
This traditional French technique, called “oignon piqué”, involves inserting whole cloves into an onion to gently flavor soups, sauces, and broths. It adds a warm, subtle aroma without overpowering the dish. I was surprised when I first learned it—but once you try it, you’ll see why it’s a timeless kitchen secret passed down through generations.

INGREDIENTS

1 whole onion (peeled)
4–6 whole cloves

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