French Onion Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Onions

   Slice the yellow onions thinly. In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine butter and olive oil over medium heat. Once melted, add the onions.

2. 2

   Caramelize the Onions

   Cook the onions, stirring occasionally for about 30-40 minutes until they are caramelized and golden brown.

3. 3

   Deglaze the Pot

   Add the dry white wine to the pot to deglaze, scraping the bottom to release any browned bits. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Add Broth and Seasoning

   Pour in the beef broth, add thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for another 20-30 minutes.

5. 5

   Prepare Bread and Cheese

   While the soup simmers, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the French baguette into thick pieces, arrange them on a baking sheet, and toast them in the oven for about 10 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside.

6. 6

   Serve the Soup

   Remove the bay leaf from the soup. Ladle the soup into bowls, top each bowl with a slice of toasted baguette, and sprinkle with shredded Gruyère cheese.

7. 7

   Broil

   Place the bowls under the broiler for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Keep a close eye to avoid burning.

8. 8

   Enjoy

   Serve hot and enjoy your delicious French onion soup!