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French Onion Soup

French Onion Soup
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French Onion Soup is a classic French dish featuring slow-caramelized yellow onions, rich beef broth, toasted baguette slices, and melted Gruyère cheese. This comforting and hearty soup layers deep, savory flavors with a perfect golden, bubbly cheese crust, making it an elegant yet easy recipe ideal for chilly days or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Soup Base

  • 4 large Yellow Onions (thinly sliced)
  • 4 tablespoons Butter
  • 1 cup Dry White Wine
  • 6 cups Beef Broth (or Vegetable Broth for vegetarian option)
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme
  • 2 Bay Leaves
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black Pepper, to taste

Toppings

  • 1 Baguette (sliced)
  • 2 cups Gruyère Cheese (grated)

Instructions

  1. Caramelize the Onions: Slice the yellow onions thinly. In a large pot, melt butter over medium-low heat and add the onions. Cook slowly, stirring frequently for about 45 minutes, until onions turn a deep golden brown and become naturally sweet. This step forms the rich flavor base.
  2. Deglaze with Wine: Pour in the dry white wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits stuck to the bottom. Let the wine reduce slightly to blend with the sweetness of the caramelized onions.
  3. Add Broth and Herbs: Add the beef broth along with fresh thyme sprigs and bay leaves. Bring the soup to a simmer and cook gently for 20 to 30 minutes to meld the flavors.
  4. Prepare the Bread Topping: While the soup simmers, slice the baguette and toast the slices until golden and crisp. This creates a sturdy base for the cheese topping.
  5. Assemble and Broil: Ladle the hot soup into oven-safe bowls. Place a toasted baguette slice on top of each, then pile generously with grated Gruyère cheese. Place bowls under a broiler until the cheese is bubbly and deep golden brown. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Take your time caramelizing onions on low-medium heat for best flavor.
  • Use quality broth for deeper soup richness.
  • Don’t skip deglazing with wine to balance sweetness and add acidity.
  • Gruyère cheese is recommended for its nutty flavor and excellent melting properties.
  • Season gradually with salt and pepper throughout cooking.
  • Serve immediately after broiling for best texture contrast.

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