French Onion Soup Recipe
Croutons, comté cheese, chives
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Ingredients
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Soup Base
Croutons
Toppings
Method
Soup Preparation
- 1
Sauté the Onions
In a large pot, melt 4 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are deeply caramelized, about 30-40 minutes.
- 2
Add Garlic and Deglaze
Once the onions are caramelized, add the minced garlic and cook for another 2 minutes. Pour in 1 cup of dry white wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- 3
Add Broth and Spices
Stir in 6 cups of beef broth, 1 teaspoon of thyme, 1 bay leaf, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
- 4
Finish the Soup
Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning if necessary. Set aside while you prepare the croutons.
Crouton Preparation
- 5
Prepare the Bread
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread 2 tablespoons of butter on both sides of the 4 slices of bread.
- 6
Bake the Croutons
Place the bread slices on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until golden and crispy.
