Best French Onion Soup: Be Our Guest
Welcome to the heartwarming world of French Onion Soup – a classic that needs no introduction. Today, let's dive into a recipe that's like a comforting hug on a chilly day, simple to make yet rich in flavor.
Equipment
- Large soup pot
- Wooden spoon
- Knife and cutting board
- Oven-safe bowls or crocks
- Broiler
Ingredients
- 5 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 cups of beef broth
- 1 cup of red wine (optional)
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 bay leaves
- A handful of fresh thyme
- French baguette, sliced
- Gruyère cheese, grated
Instructions
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add thinly sliced onions, stirring occasionally until golden brown.
- Sprinkle sugar for enhanced caramelization, season with salt and pepper.
- Pour beef broth into the pot, stirring to combine.
- Introduce minced garlic, bay leaves, and a handful of fresh thyme.
- For an extra layer of flavor, add red wine if desired.
- Allow the soup to simmer on low heat, letting the flavors meld for at least 30 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Preheat the broiler.
- Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls.
- Float slices of French baguette on the soup surface.
- Generously sprinkle Gruyère cheese on top.
- Place the bowls under the broiler until the cheese turns golden and bubbly.
- Keep an eye to avoid burning.