French Onion Soup Recipe

Cooking Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Onions

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

2. 2

   Add Garlic and Liquids

   Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Pour in the white wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Allow it to simmer for 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Combine Broth and Seasonings

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

4. 4

   Prepare Croutons

   While the soup is simmering, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the French bread into thick slices and place them on a baking sheet. Toast in the oven until golden brown, about 10 minutes.

5. 5

   Assemble the Soup

   Remove the bay leaf from the soup. Ladle the hot soup into bowls, top each bowl with a toasted bread slice and sprinkle with Swiss cheese.

6. 6

   Broil

   Place the bowls under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve immediately.