Jul 14 2026
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French Onion Recipe

Inspired by The Divide Bar & Grill
Time1h 30m
Serves6

Classic french onion soup topped with croutons and melted swiss

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Ingredients

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Soup Base

Toppings

Method

Soup Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Onions

    In a large pot, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced yellow onions and a pinch of salt. Cook for about 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are caramelized and golden brown.

  2. 2

    Add Garlic and Deglaze

    Add the minced garlic to the pot and sauté for another 2 minutes. Pour in the dry white wine and scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the pot. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Combine Broth and Seasonings

    Add the beef broth, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes.

Serving Preparation

  1. 4

    Prepare the Baguette

    While the soup is simmering, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for about 10 minutes or until golden and crispy.

  2. 5

    Assemble the Soup

    Remove the bay leaf from the soup. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls. Place a few toasted baguette slices on top of each bowl and generously sprinkle with shredded Swiss cheese.

  3. 6

    Broil and Serve

    Place the bowls under the broiler for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot.

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