French Onion Soup Recipe
Classic French onion soup topped with melted cheese.
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Ingredients
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Soup Base
Toppings
Method
Preparing the Soup Base
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Adding Garlic and Broth
Once the onions are caramelized, add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in the white wine to deglaze the pot, scraping any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
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Simmering the Soup
Add the beef broth, thyme leaves, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes.
Serving the Soup
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Preparing the Bread
While the soup is simmering, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the sliced baguette on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy.
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Assembling the Soup
Remove the bay leaf from the soup and ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls. Top each bowl with a slice of toasted baguette and sprinkle generously with Gruyère and Parmesan cheese.
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Melting the Cheese
Place the bowls under the broiler in the oven for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Keep a close watch to prevent burning.
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