French Onion Soup Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Caramelize 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 (about 30-40 minutes).

2. 2

   Add Sherry and Broth

   Pour in the sherry wine and scrape any brown bits off the bottom of the pot. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes. Then add the beef broth, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.

3. 3

   Prepare the Croutons

   While the soup is simmering, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the slices of French bread on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for about 10 minutes or until golden brown.

4. 4

   Assemble the Soup

   Remove the bay leaves from the soup. Ladle the hot soup into oven-safe bowls, top with a slice of toasted French bread, and sprinkle the provolone and Swiss cheese generously over the top.

5. 5

   Melt the Cheese

   Place the bowls under the broiler for about 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Watch closely to avoid burning.

6. 6

   Serve

   Carefully remove the bowls from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your French Onion Soup!