French Onion Soup Recipe

Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Onions

   In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the sliced sweet onions and cook, stirring frequently, until they are caramelized and golden brown, about 20-25 minutes.

2. 2

   Add Garlic and Deglaze

   Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Pour in the white wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Add Broth and Spices

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

4. 4

   Prepare the Bread

   While the soup is simmering, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the French bread slices on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for about 10 minutes, until crispy.

5. 5

   Serve the Soup

   Remove the bay leaf from the soup. Ladle the hot soup into bowls, place a slice of toasted French bread on top of each bowl, and sprinkle the shredded Provolone cheese over the bread.

6. 6

   Melt the Cheese

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