Jul 14 2026
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French Onion Soup Au Gratin Recipe

Inspired by Malio's
Time1h
Serves6

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

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Ingredients

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Soup Ingredients

Gratin Topping Ingredients

Method

Soup Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté Onions

    In a large, heavy-bottomed 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.

  2. 2

    Add Garlic

    Add the minced garlic to the caramelized onions and cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Deglaze the Pot

    Pour in the dry white wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits. Allow the wine to reduce by half, about 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add Broth and Herbs

    Stir in the beef broth, thyme leaves, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

  5. 5

    Remove Bay Leaf

    After 20 minutes, remove the bay leaf from the pot and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Gratin Assembly

  1. 6

    Prepare 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 lightly golden.

  2. 7

    Assemble Soup Bowls

    Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls, leaving some space at the top for the bread and cheese.

  3. 8

    Add Bread and Cheese

    Place one or two toasted baguette slices on top of each bowl of soup. Generously sprinkle the Gruyère and Parmesan cheese over the bread.

  4. 9

    Broil the Soup

    Place the assembled bowls on a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

  5. 10

    Serve

    Carefully remove the bowls from the oven and let them cool slightly. Serve the French Onion Soup Au Gratin hot.

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