Here’s a detailed recipe for French Onion Soup, a comforting and flavorful dish that combines sweet, caramelized onions with a rich, savory broth and a golden layer of melted cheese over crispy bread. This recipe captures the classic French bistro experience.
Introduction
French Onion Soup is a timeless French dish that features deeply caramelized onions, simmered in a rich beef broth, and topped with a crusty baguette slice and melted Gruyère cheese. It’s a hearty, flavorful soup perfect for chilly days or when you’re craving something warm and comforting.
Ingredients
- 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 6 cups beef broth (preferably homemade or low-sodium)
- 1 bay leaf
- 2-3 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1-inch thick rounds
- 1 1/2 cups grated Gruyère cheese (or Swiss cheese)
- Optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese