Jul 14 2026
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French Onion Soup Recipe

Inspired by Timothy's of Newark
Time1h 10m
Serves4

Hearty broth with croutons, provolone & parmesan… go gluten-free and skip the croutons

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Ingredients

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Broth

Toppings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Onions

    Slice the yellow onions thinly and set aside.

  2. 2

    Mince the Garlic

    Peel and mince the garlic cloves.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté Onions

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are caramelized and golden brown, about 25-30 minutes.

  2. 4

    Add Garlic

    Once the onions are caramelized, add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

  3. 5

    Add Broth and Seasonings

    Pour in the beef broth and add thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-30 minutes.

Serving

  1. 6

    Prepare Toppings

    While the soup is simmering, preheat the broiler in your oven. If using gluten-free croutons, prepare them according to package instructions.

  2. 7

    Serve Soup

    Remove the bay leaf from the soup. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls, top with provolone and parmesan cheese.

  3. 8

    Broil Until Golden

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

  4. 9

    Finish and Enjoy

    Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Top with croutons (if using) and serve hot.

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