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French Onion Soup

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A warm and comforting bowl of classic French onion soup, layered with flavors of caramelized onions, rich beef stock, and a toasty, cheesy topping.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 cups beef stock
  • 1 cup white wine
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Baguette slices
  • 1 1/2 cups grated Gruyère cheese

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced onions, salt, and sugar; cook, stirring frequently, until caramelized (about 30-40 minutes).
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Add the beef stock, white wine, thyme, and bay leaf; bring to a simmer and cook for 20-30 minutes.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  7. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls, place a slice of baguette on top, and sprinkle with Gruyère cheese.
  8. Bake in the oven until the cheese is bubbly and golden, about 10-15 minutes.
  9. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, swap beef stock for vegetable stock and use cheese alternatives if preferred.

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