Soupe À L’oignon Recipe
Traditional French onion soup, croutons and Gruyère
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Ingredients
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Soup Base
Croutons
Topping
Method
Soup Preparation
- 1
- 2
Add Garlic and Deglaze
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Pour in the white wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- 3
Simmer the Soup
Add the beef broth, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 30 minutes. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Crouton Preparation
- 4
Prepare the Croutons
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the baguette into 1-inch thick slices. Brush each slice with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder. Place on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 10-15 minutes until golden and crispy.