Jul 14 2026
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French Onion Soup Recipe

Inspired by Moxies Orleans Restaurant
Time1h 30m
Serves6

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Ingredients

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Soup Base

Toppings

Method

Soup Preparation

  1. 1

    Caramelizing the Onions

    In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter and olive oil together. Add the sliced yellow onions and stir well to coat. Cook the onions for about 30-35 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are deeply caramelized and golden brown.

  2. 2

    Adding Garlic

    Once the onions are caramelized, add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring continuously to prevent burning.

  3. 3

    Deglazing

    Pour in the dry white wine to deglaze the pot. Scrape any browned bits from the bottom. Allow the wine to simmer for 5-7 minutes until it reduces slightly.

  4. 4

    Combining Ingredients

    Add the beef broth, fresh thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for 30-40 minutes.

Serving

  1. 5

    Preparing the Toppings

    While the soup is simmering, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange the sliced baguette on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 5-7 minutes until golden.

  2. 6

    Serving the Soup

    Remove the bay leaf from the soup and ladle it into oven-safe bowls. Top each bowl with 1-2 slices of toasted baguette and sprinkle generously with Gruyère and Parmesan cheese.

  3. 7

    Broiling the Cheese

    Place the bowls on a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Serve immediately.

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