French Onion Soup Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Caramelizing the Onions

   In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are deeply caramelized, about 25-30 minutes.

2. 2

   Adding Garlic and Liquid

   Add minced garlic to the pot and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in the white wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Simmering the Soup

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

4. 4

   Preparing the Croutons

   While the soup simmers, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Cut a baguette into slices, brush with olive oil, and toast in the oven until golden brown.

5. 5

   Assembling the Soup

   Remove the bay leaf from the soup. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls, top each with toasted croutons, and sprinkle with Swiss cheese.

6. 6

   Broiling

   Place the bowls under the broiler for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot.