Jul 13 2026
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French Onion Soup Recipe

Inspired by Applebee's Grill + Bar
Time1h 20m
Serves4

Classic French onion soup.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Herbs and Seasoning

Toppings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Slice the Onions

    Thinly slice 5 cups of onions and set aside.

  2. 2

    Melt the Butter

    In a large pot, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Cook the Onions

    Add the sliced onions to the melted butter and cook, stirring frequently, for about 30-40 minutes until they are caramelized and golden brown.

Cooking the Soup

  1. 4

    Add Garlic

    Add 2 tablespoons of minced garlic to the pot and sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

  2. 5

    Deglaze with Wine

    Pour in 1 cup of dry white wine and scrape the bottom of the pot to deglaze. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes.

  3. 6

    Add Broth and Seasoning

    Stir in 8 cups of beef broth, 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, 2 bay leaves, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes.

Serving

  1. 7

    Prepare the Baguette

    While the soup is simmering, slice the whole baguette into 1-inch thick slices.

  2. 8

    Toast the Baguette

    Toast the baguette slices in the oven until golden brown.

  3. 9

    Serve the Soup

    Ladle the soup into bowls, place toasted baguette slices on top, and sprinkle with 2 cups of grated Gruyère cheese.

  4. 10

    Broil the Cheese

    Place the bowls under the broiler until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2-3 minutes. Serve hot.

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