Baked Homemade Onion Soup Recipe
Topped with crostini and mozzarella
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Ingredients
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Soup Base
Crostini
Topping
Method
Soup Preparation
- 1
- 2
Add Garlic
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the pot with the caramelized onions. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3
Combine Broth and Seasoning
Pour in the beef broth and add the thyme, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
- 4
Simmer
Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Adjust seasoning as necessary.
Crostini Preparation
- 5
Prepare the Baguette
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette into ½ inch thick slices.
- 6
Season and Toast
Brush both sides of the baguette slices with olive oil and sprinkle them with garlic powder. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden and crispy.
Assemble and Bake
- 7
Combine Soup and Cheese
Once the soup is ready, remove the bay leaves. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls or ramekins, filling them about ¾ full. Top each bowl with a generous amount of mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- 8
Bake
Place the bowls on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 9
