French Onion Soup Recipe
Caramelized sweet onion, veal reduction, sherry, gruyere crouton
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Ingredients
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Soup Base
Croutons
Method
Soup Preparation
- 1
- 2
Add Garlic and Liquids
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Then, add the beef broth, veal reduction, dry sherry, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- 3
Simmer the Soup
Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Adjust seasoning as necessary.
Crouton Preparation
- 4
Prepare the Croutons
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush the baguette slices with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet. Bake for about 10-15 minutes until they are golden and crispy.
- 5
Add Cheese
Remove the croutons from the oven, sprinkle the gruyere cheese on top of each slice, and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
- 6
Serve the Soup
Ladle the hot soup into bowls, top with a few cheesy croutons, and enjoy!