Description
A rich and comforting classic French onion soup with deeply caramelized onions, savory broth, and a bubbling, golden cheese-topped baguette slice. Perfect for cozy nights or elegant dinners.
Ingredients
- Yellow Onions: 6 large, thinly sliced
- Butter: 3 tablespoons
- Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- All-Purpose Flour: 1 tablespoon
- Beef Broth: 6 cups
- Dry White Wine: 1/2 cup (optional)
- Bay Leaf: 1
- Thyme: 1 teaspoon dried or a few fresh sprigs
- Salt: 1 teaspoon (or to taste)
- Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Baguette: 8 slices, toasted
- Gruyère Cheese: 1 1/2 cups, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Set oven to broil and place rack in top third.
- Combine Ingredients: Melt butter and olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook for 40–45 minutes, stirring often, until golden brown.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Add garlic and flour to the onions. Stir and cook for 1–2 minutes more.
- Assemble the Dish: Deglaze with wine (if using), add broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Cook to Perfection: Simmer for 20–25 minutes. Remove bay leaf and thyme sprigs.
- Finishing Touches: Ladle into oven-safe bowls, top with toasted baguette and cheese.
- Serve and Enjoy: Broil 2–4 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use yellow onions for best flavor balance.
- Deglaze the pan well to incorporate maximum flavor.
- Gruyère melts beautifully but Swiss or Emmental are great substitutes.