Name: Easy French Onion Soup
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 1 h 40 min
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 2.5 lbs of yellow onions, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon of olive oil; 2 cloves of garlic, minced; 1/2 cup of dry white wine; 6 cups of beef stock; 2 bay leaves; 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme; Salt, to taste; Ground black pepper, to taste; 8 slices of baguette; 1 cup of grated Gruyère cheese

Description

Indulge in the comforting simplicity of Easy French Onion Soup. This classic dish combines caramelized onions, savory broth, and melted cheese atop toasted bread for a soul-warming culinary experience. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal effort, you can enjoy this timeless favorite any day of the week.

Ingredients

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2.5 lbs of yellow onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
1 tablespoon of olive oil
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1/2 cup of dry white wine
6 cups of beef stock
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme
Salt, to taste
Ground black pepper, to taste
8 slices of baguette
1 cup of grated Gruyère cheese

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Instructions

Peel and thinly slice the onions, ensuring they are cut evenly.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, for about 15 minutes until softened and translucent.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue cooking for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are deeply caramelized and golden brown.
Add minced garlic in the last few minutes of cooking.
Increase the heat to medium-high and pour in the white wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let the wine reduce by half, about 5 minutes.
Add beef stock, bay leaves, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 30 minutes. Remove bay leaves before serving.
Preheat the broiler. Place baguette slices on a baking sheet, top with grated Gruyère cheese, and broil until bubbly and golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
Carefully remove the baguette from the oven and place them in the bowl of soup. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Category: soup
Method: stovetop
Cuisine: French

Nutrition

Serving Size:
Calories: 394
Sugar: 10.8 g
Sodium: 1306.6 mg
Fat: 14.6 g
Carbohydrates: 45.7 g
Fiber: 4.6 g
Protein: 18.6 g
Cholesterol: 34.4 mg