French Onion Soup Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Onions

   Slice the onions thinly and set aside.

2. 2

   Cook the Onions

   In a large pot, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions, and cook, stirring frequently, until caramelized, about 30-40 minutes.

3. 3

   Add Liquid Ingredients

   Once the onions are caramelized, add the dry white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Simmer the Soup

   Add the beef broth, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 20 minutes.

5. 5

   Prepare the Baguette

   While the soup is simmering, slice the baguette into 1-inch thick slices and toast them until golden.

6. 6

   Serve the Soup

   Remove the bay leaves from the soup. Ladle the soup into bowls, place toasted baguette slices on top, and sprinkle with Gruyère cheese. Broil in the oven until the cheese is bubbly and golden.