French Onion Soup Recipe

Directions for Making French Onion Soup

1. 1

   Caramelize the Onions

   In a large pot, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the sliced yellow onions and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are deeply caramelized, about 30-40 minutes.

2. 2

   Add Garlic and Deglaze

   Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in the dry white wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.

3. 3

   Add Broth and Herbs

   Stir in the beef broth, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes.

4. 4

   Prepare the Crostini

   While the soup simmers, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the French bread into 1-inch thick slices. Brush both sides with olive oil and place on a baking sheet. Bake for about 10-15 minutes until golden and crispy.

5. 5

   Serve the Soup

   Remove the bay leaves from the soup. Ladle the hot soup into oven-safe bowls. Top each bowl with a crostini and sprinkle generously with gruyere cheese. Place the bowls under the broiler for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.