French Onion Soup
Slow-caramelised onions in a rich beef broth, topped with a toasted crouton and a golden, bubbling gruyère crust.
Cuisines
French
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
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Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 55 min
Total: 70 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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3 tablespoons | Butter , unsalted |
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1 tablespoon | Olive oil |
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3 large | Onion , yellow, thinly sliced |
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1 teaspoon | Sugar |
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1 teaspoon | Salt |
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1/2 teaspoon | Black Pepper , to taste |
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2 tablespoons | Flour |
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4 cups | Beef stock |
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1/2 cup | White Wine , dry |
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1 teaspoon | Thyme , fresh leaves |
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1 cup | Gruy Re Cheese , grated |
Instructions
- 1 Melt the butter with the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 2 Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, until they are soft and caramelized, about 25 minutes.
- 3 Sprinkle the sugar, salt, and pepper over the onions and continue to cook for another 5 minutes.
- 4 Stir in the flour and cook for 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- 5 Gradually add the beef stock and white wine, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
- 6 Add the thyme and bring the soup to a simmer. Cook for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 7 Preheat the oven broiler. Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast under the broiler until golden brown.
- 8 Ladle the soup into ovenproof bowls, place a toasted baguette slice on top of each, and sprinkle generously with Gruyère cheese.
- 9 Place the bowls under the broiler until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.
Tips
For a richer flavor, use a mix of beef and chicken stock.