Easy French Onion Soup (Printable Format)
Caramelized onions simmer in broth, topped with Gruyere and toasted baguette for comforting French flavor.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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6 cups thinly sliced onions
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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6 sprigs fresh thyme
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1 bay leaf
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4 cups high-quality beef broth
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1/2 cup dry white wine
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Topping
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4 slices baguette, toasted
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1 1/2 cups grated Gruyère or similar cheese
# Steps to Follow:
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In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring gently, until onions are deeply golden and caramelized, about 15 to 20 minutes.
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Pour in the white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the base of the pan. Add thyme sprigs and bay leaf. Stir to combine.
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Pour in hot beef broth and season with salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 20 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
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While the soup is simmering, toast baguette slices on a baking sheet until crisp and golden.
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Ladle the soup into heatproof bowls. Place a toasted baguette slice on top of each portion and sprinkle generously with grated Gruyère. Broil until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
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Carefully remove hot bowls from the broiler. Serve immediately, garnished with additional thyme if desired.
# Additional Insights:
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For extra depth, use a combination of yellow and sweet onions. Be patient during caramelization for rich flavor.