French Onion Soup is a classic dish known for its deep, rich flavor and satisfying comfort. This soup combines sweet caramelized onions with a savory broth, topped with a crusty slice of bread and melted cheese. It’s perfect for those chilly days when you crave something warming and hearty.
Ingredients
- 5 large onions, thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 baguette, sliced and toasted
- 1 ½ cups grated Gruyère cheese
Directions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, until they are deeply caramelized, about 30-40 minutes. Add garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over the onions and stir to coat. Cook for 2 minutes to remove the floury taste.
- Add the white wine, scraping any browned bits off the bottom of the pot. Cook until the wine has mostly evaporated.
- Add the beef broth, bay leaf, and thyme. Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for about 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Preheat the oven to broil. Place oven-safe soup bowls on a baking sheet.
- Ladle the soup into the bowls. Top each bowl with a slice of toasted baguette and a generous amount of grated Gruyère cheese.
- Broil in the oven until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown, about 3-5 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Remove from the oven and let sit for a couple of minutes before serving. Be careful, as the bowls will be hot.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 15g
Prep and Cooking Time
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Rich and Simple French Onion Soup offers a delightful combination of sweet caramelized onions and savory broth, topped with melted cheese and crusty bread. It’s a timeless comfort food that will warm you from the inside out. Enjoy this luxurious soup as a starter or a main course and savor the exquisite flavors of this French classic.
