Crock Of French Onion Soup Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Onions

   Slice the yellow onions thinly. 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 30-40 minutes).

2. 2

   Add Liquid Ingredients

   Once the onions are caramelized, add the dry white wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Allow the wine to simmer for 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Combine Broth and Seasonings

   Pour in the beef broth, then add the thyme, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes.

4. 4

   Prepare the Bread

   While the soup is simmering, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the French baguette into thick slices and place them on a baking sheet. Toast in the oven for about 10 minutes or until golden brown.

5. 5

   Serve the Soup

   Remove the bay leaves from the soup. Ladle the hot soup into oven-safe bowls, top each with a slice of toasted baguette and sprinkle generously with gruyère cheese. Place the bowls under the broiler for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

6. 6

   Enjoy!

   Serve the soup hot, garnished with additional thyme if desired.