French Onion Soup Recipe
12oz crock of special house recipe
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Ingredients
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Soup Base
Toppings
Method
Soup Preparation
- 1
Caramelize the Onions
In a large pot, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the sliced yellow onions and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onions are golden brown and caramelized, about 30-40 minutes.
- 2
Add Garlic
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3
Deglaze with Wine
Pour in the dry white wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Allow the wine to reduce by half, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add Broth and Herbs
Add the beef broth, fresh thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes.
Serving
- 5
Prepare Toppings
While the soup is simmering, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
- 6
Assemble the Soup
Remove the bay leaf from the soup. Ladle the soup into oven-safe crocks, leaving some space at the top.
- 7
Add Toppings
Top each bowl of soup with a slice of toasted baguette and sprinkle generously with Gruyère cheese. Add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- 8
Broil
Place the crocks under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Watch closely to prevent burning.
