French Onion Soup

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

Directions

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