French Onion Soup 🧅🥣
French Onion Soup is a classic dish known for its rich broth, sweet caramelized onions, and toasted bread topped with melted cheese.
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 4 large onions, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sugar (helps caramelize the onions)
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 slices French bread
- 1–1½ cups shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
Instructions
1. Caramelize the onions
In a large pot, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat.
Add sliced onions and cook slowly 25–30 minutes, stirring often, until deep golden brown.
Add sugar and garlic during the last few minutes.
2. Make the soup
Pour in the wine (if using) and cook 2–3 minutes.
Add beef broth, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Simmer 15–20 minutes.
3. Prepare the bread
Toast slices of French bread until crisp.
4. Assemble
Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls.
Place toasted bread on top and cover with shredded cheese.
5. Broil
Place bowls under the broiler 2–3 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Tips
- The key to great French onion soup is slow caramelized onions—don’t rush them.
- Gruyère cheese gives the most authentic flavor, but Swiss or mozzarella works too.
- Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce for extra depth.
This soup pairs beautifully with salads, roasted meats, or crusty bread. 🧅🥖
