French Onion Soup
The caramelized onions in Cozy French Onion Soup come alive with the addition of beef broth, creating a deeply savory and aromatic base. Homemade beef broth lends a rich, velvety flavor to this comforting classic, perfectly complementing the cheesy crouton topping.
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoon butter
- 8 yellow onions sliced thinly into half moons
- 2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1/2 cup wine
- 8 cups beef broth
- 4 sprigs thyme
- 2 Bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 baguette cut into slices
- 3 cups Gruyere cheese
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a Dutch oven or large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the onions and the salt. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the onions turn golden brown and caramelized, about 45 minutes.
- Sprinkle the flour over the onions and mix with a wooden spoon until no traces of flour remain.
- Add the wine to the onions and continue stirring with the wooden spoon, scraping up all the fond from the bottom of the pan. Cook until the alcohol evaporates and the mixture reaches a jam-like consistency.
- Pour in the beef stock, then add the thyme and bay leaves. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer covered for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Preheat the oven to the broil setting. Ladle the soup into heat-safe, shallow bowls and place them on a rimmed baking sheet. Top each bowl with 2 slices of bread and sprinkle with ½ cup of cheese.
- Broil the soups until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Garnish with fresh thyme and serve immediately on a plate.
Notes
Step-by-Step Photos: My blog post includes helpful step-by-step photos to help guide you through making this recipe.
