Classic French Onion Soup

Traditional French Onion Soup

A delectable mouthful of eternal comfort!🧅🧀🍲

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 1 hour
• Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 4 big (thinly cut) onions
• 3 teaspoons melted butter
• 2 tbsp of olive oil
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tbsp. all-purpose flour
• 6 cups broth (beef or veggie)
• Optional: 1/2 cup dry white wine
• Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• (Toasted) baguette slices
• (Grated) Gruyere or Swiss cheese
• Sprigs of fresh thyme for garnish

Method

01.Melt the butter and heat the olive oil in a big saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring regularly, until the thinly sliced onions caramelize to a deep golden brown. This might take 30-40 minutes. 02.Cook for another minute, or until the garlic is aromatic. 03.Sprinkle the onions with sugar and flour. Cook for a few minutes, stirring constantly. 04.Pour in the beef or vegetable broth and dry white wine (if used) gradually, stirring to incorporate. Bring the mixture to a low heat. 05.enable the French Onion Soup to boil for 20-25 minutes to enable the flavors to blend. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

06.Preheat the oven to broil. Fill oven-safe dishes halfway with soup. Toasted baguette slices and a substantial amount of shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese go on top of each bowl.

07.Broil the cheese in the bowls until it is bubbling and brown.

08.Serve the French Onion Soup garnished with fresh thyme sprigs.

Important Information

01.Classic French Onion Soup is a culinary marvel that transforms ordinary onions into a delicious and filling dish. 02.The caramelization of the onions adds depth and sweetness, while the melted cheese and toasted bread provide a delicious tactile contrast. 03.This soup embodies classic French comfort food, allowing you to relish every bite. 04.French Onion Soup, whether served as a beautiful appetizer or a hearty supper, takes you to a charming café in the heart of France.

🧅🧀🍲Discover the charm of Classic French Onion Soup. Allow the perfume of caramelized onions and melted cheese to envelope you in a warm hug, reflecting the timeless elegance of French cuisine.