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French Onion Soup

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French Onion Soup is a classic, comforting dish known for its rich, caramelized onions and savory broth, topped with crusty bread and melted cheese. This traditional French recipe is perfect for warming up on a chilly day and is relatively simple to prepare with a few key ingredients and tools.

Appliances and Special Utensils

Ingredients

  • 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 8 cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 baguette, sliced and toasted
  • 2 cups grated Gruyère cheese

Instructions

  1. Caramelize Onions: In a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sugar, stirring to coat the onions in butter. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are deep golden brown and caramelized, about 30-40 minutes.

  2. Add Garlic and Wine: Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for an additional minute. Pour in the white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Let the wine reduce by half.

  3. Add Flour: Sprinkle the flour over the onions and cook, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

  4. Add Broth and Herbs: Gradually add the beef broth, stirring to combine. Add the thyme sprigs and bay leaf. Bring the soup to a simmer and let it cook for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  5. Prepare Bread and Cheese: While the soup is simmering, preheat your oven’s broiler. Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast them under the broiler until golden brown. Grate the Gruyère cheese and set aside.

  6. Assemble and Broil: Ladle the hot soup into oven-safe bowls or crocks, leaving some room at the top. Place a toasted baguette slice on top of each bowl and sprinkle generously with grated Gruyère cheese.

  7. Melt Cheese: Place the bowls under the broiler until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2-3 minutes. Keep a close eye on them to prevent burning.

  8. Serve: Carefully remove the bowls from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious, homemade French Onion Soup!