Here’s a classic French Onion Soup recipe that highlights slow-cooked onions, rich broth, and melted cheese. 🧅🧀🍲
Ingredients
- 4–5 large Onions, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 4 cups Beef Broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
- ½ cup Dry White Wine (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Thyme (fresh or dried)
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4–6 slices of Baguette or crusty bread
- 1–2 cups shredded Gruyère Cheese (or Swiss cheese)
Instructions
1. Caramelize the onions
- In a large pot, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat.
- Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt.
- Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, for 30–45 minutes, until onions are deep golden brown and caramelized.
2. Deglaze and simmer
- Optional: add wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits.
- Add beef broth, thyme, and bay leaf.
- Simmer 20–30 minutes on low heat to blend flavors.
- Remove bay leaf and season with salt and pepper.
3. Prepare the bowls
- Preheat oven broiler.
- Place soup in oven-safe bowls.
- Top each with a slice of baguette and a generous layer of shredded Gruyère cheese.
4. Broil the cheese
- Broil for 2–4 minutes, until cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
Tips
- For extra depth, add a teaspoon of Worcestershire Sauce or a splash of Sherry to the broth.
- Use a sharp grater for the cheese—it melts more evenly.
- Leftovers taste great reheated, but add fresh bread and cheese before serving again.
✅ Serving suggestion:
Pair with a light salad or roasted vegetables for a classic French-inspired meal.
If you want, I can also give a slow-cooker version where the onions caramelize overnight for even deeper flavor.
