Bourbon French Onion Soup Recipe
Make Bourbon French Onion Soup Recipe in just 1h 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Soup Base
Toppings
Method
Soup Preparation
- 1
Sauté the Onions
In a large pot, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the sliced yellow onions and cook, stirring frequently, until they become soft and caramelized, approximately 25-30 minutes.
- 2
Add Garlic
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3
Add Liquids and Seasonings
Pour in the beef broth and bourbon. Add the fresh thyme, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a low simmer and cook for about 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- 4
Remove Bay Leaves
After simmering, remove the bay leaves from the soup and discard them.
Topping Preparation
- 5
Prepare Baguette
While the soup is simmering, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the baguette into 1-inch thick slices.
- 6
Toast the Baguette
Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 10-12 minutes or until they are golden brown.
- 7
Add Cheese
Remove the toasted baguette from the oven and sprinkle Gruyère and Parmesan cheese on top of each slice.
- 8
Melt the Cheese
Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.