Jul 14 2026
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French Onion Soup Recipe

Inspired by The French Hen Cafe
Time1h 30m
Serves6

Make French Onion Soup Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Liquids

Dairy

Herbs & Spices

Others

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Slice the Onions

    Thinly slice the yellow onions and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Garlic

    Mince the garlic cloves and set aside.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Baguette

    Slice the French baguette into 1-inch thick slices.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Caramelize the Onions

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

  2. 5

    Add Garlic

    Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until fragrant.

  3. 6

    Deglaze the Pot

    Pour in the dry white wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly reduced.

  4. 7

    Add Broth and Seasonings

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

  5. 8

    Toast the Baguette

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

Serving

  1. 9

    Cheese Topping

    Remove the bay leaf from the soup. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls, top with toasted baguette slices, and sprinkle Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses generously on top.

  2. 10

    Broil the Soup

    Place the bowls under the broiler for about 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

  3. 11

    Serve Hot

    Carefully remove the bowls from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your homemade French onion soup!

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