French Onion Soup Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Sauté the Onions

   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 25-30 minutes.

2. 2

   Add Broth and Wine

   Once the onions are caramelized, add the dry white wine, scraping any brown bits from the bottom of the pot. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes. Then, add the beef broth, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes.

3. 3

   Prepare the Baguette

   While the soup simmers, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

4. 4

   Serve the Soup

   Remove the bay leaf from the soup. Ladle the hot soup into oven-safe bowls, place a toasted baguette slice on top of each bowl, and generously sprinkle with shredded Gruyère cheese.

5. 5

   Broil the Cheese

   Place the bowls under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Watch carefully to prevent burning.

6. 6

   Enjoy

   Carefully remove the bowls from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your classic French Onion Soup with its delicious cheese pull!