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 Garlic

   Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

3. 3

   Deglaze with Wine

   Pour in the dry white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Add Broth and Seasonings

   Add the beef broth, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes.

5. 5

   Prepare the Baguette

   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 about 10 minutes, until golden.

6. 6

   Serve

   Remove the bay leaf from the soup. Ladle the soup into bowls, top with toasted baguette slices, and sprinkle generously with Gruyère cheese. Place under the broiler for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.