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