Description
French Onion Soup Recipe is a comforting classic made with caramelized yellow onions, rich beef broth, dry red wine, and aromatic bay leaf, topped with toasted baguette slices and melted Gruyere cheese for a warm, flavorful, and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
6 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
8 cups beef broth
1 cup dry red wine
1 bay leaf
1 baguette, sliced
4 ounces Gruyere cheese, shredded
Instructions
Caramelize onions: Melt butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, sugar, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 30-40 minutes, or until onions are deeply golden brown and caramelized.
Add liquids and simmer: Stir in beef broth, red wine, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
Prepare bread: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place baguette slices on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes, or until lightly toasted.
Assemble and broil: Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls. Top each bowl with toasted baguette slices and shredded Gruyere cheese.
Broil: Place bowls under broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Homamade