There’s nothing quite like a comforting bowl of French Onion Soup to warm you up on a chilly day. This classic dish, with its rich flavors and gooey cheese topping, is sure to impress your family and friends. Let’s dive into making a homemade version that’s not just delicious but also easy to prepare!
Delicious French Onion Soup
This French Onion Soup recipe showcases the beauty of caramelized onions combined with a savory broth and topped with toasted bread and melted cheese. It’s a dish that brings simplicity and heartiness to your table.
Ingredients:
- 4 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 8 cups beef broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
- 1 cup dry white wine (or sherry)
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- French bread, sliced
- 2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and stir well.
- Sprinkle the salt and sugar over the onions to help with the caramelization process. Cook the onions, stirring frequently, until they are deeply caramelized, about 30-40 minutes.
- Once the onions are caramelized, add the white wine and scrape the bottom of the pot to loosen any brown bits. Cook until the wine is reduced by half.
- Pour in the beef broth and add the thyme. Bring the soup to a simmer and let it cook for about 15 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Preheat your oven broiler. Meanwhile, arrange the sliced French bread on a baking sheet and toast it under the broiler until golden brown on both sides.
- To serve, ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls, top each with a slice of toasted bread, and then sprinkle generously with Gruyère cheese.
- Place the bowls under the broiler until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Be careful not to let it burn!
- Let it cool for a minute before enjoying your French Onion Soup with your favorite company.
This French Onion Soup is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Enjoying it with a simple side salad or a glass of wine makes for a perfect meal. Bon Appétit!
