Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsFord's Garage FlorenceFrench Onion Soup Recipe

French Onion Soup Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves4

Make French Onion Soup Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Soup Base

Toppings

Method

Preparing the Soup Base

  1. 1

    Slice the Onions

    Thinly slice the yellow onions and set aside.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Onions

    In a large pot, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, until they are caramelized and golden brown, about 25-30 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add Garlic

    Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the pot. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Deglaze with Wine

    Pour in the white wine and scrape the bottom of the pot to deglaze. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes until the wine reduces slightly.

  5. 5

    Add Broth and Seasonings

    Pour in the beef broth, add the thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a simmer and let it cook for about 30-40 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Preparing the Toppings

  1. 6

    Prepare the Baguette

    While the soup is simmering, slice the baguette into 1-inch thick slices. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 7

    Toast the Baguette

    Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy.

  3. 8

    Add Cheese

    Remove the toasted baguette slices from the oven and sprinkle the Gruyère and Parmesan cheese generously over each slice.

Final Assembly

  1. 9

    Serve the Soup

    Ladle the hot soup into oven-safe bowls, leaving some space at the top.

  2. 10

    Top with Baguette

    Place the cheese-topped baguette slices on top of the soup in each bowl.

  3. 11

    Broil the Cheese

    Place the bowls under the broiler for about 3-5 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Keep a close eye to avoid burning.

  4. 12

    Serve Hot

    Carefully remove the bowls from the oven and serve the French onion soup hot, garnished with additional thyme if desired.

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