Jul 13 2026
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French Onion Soup Recipe

Inspired by Thunder Bay Grille Rockford
Time1h 15m
Serves4

Make French Onion Soup Recipe in just 1h 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Liquids

Condiments

Toppings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Slice the Onions

    Thinly slice the onions and set them aside.

  2. 2

    Mince the Garlic

    Mince the garlic cloves and set them aside.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Cook the Onions

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, for about 30-40 minutes, until they are caramelized and golden brown.

  2. 4

    Add Garlic and Herbs

    Add the minced garlic, thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.

  3. 5

    Deglaze the Pot

    Pour in the dry white wine and scrape the bottom of the pot to deglaze, letting it simmer for 5 minutes.

  4. 6

    Add Broth and Simmer

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

Serving

  1. 7

    Prepare the Baguette

    While the soup is simmering, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for about 5-7 minutes, until golden.

  2. 8

    Serve the Soup

    Remove the bay leaf from the soup. Ladle the soup into bowls, place a slice of toasted baguette on top of each bowl, and sprinkle with shredded Gruyère cheese.

  3. 9

    Melt the Cheese

    Place the bowls under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Serve hot.

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