French onion soup x –Gather ’round, soup lovers! If you’re seeking a culinary hug in a bowl, you’re in for a treat with this French Onion Soup. This timeless classic has been warming hearts and tummies for generations. Plus, who doesn’t want to slurp rich, cheesy broth while pretending it’s totally sophisticated? Let’s dive in!
French Onion Soup
Prepare your taste buds for a flavor explosion! This is not just any soup; it’s a luxurious blend of caramelized onions, hearty beef broth, and bubbling cheese that melts like your worries after a long day. Ready? Let’s cook!
Ingredients
- 4 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional but recommended for those fancy vibes)
- 8 cups beef broth (homemade or store-bought, we won’t judge)
- Fresh thyme sprigs (or sprinkle some dried if thyme is tight)
- Baguette slices (toasty, of course)
- 2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese (cheese is the secret to happiness)
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and stir them lovingly until they soften and turn a lovely golden color. This will take about 20-25 minutes, so feel free to revisit that Netflix show you paused.
- Add in the salt and sugar, continuing to cook until the onions are caramelized and deeply flavorful, around 10 more minutes. Don’t rush it; good things take time, just like great friendships!
- After your onions have achieved the perfect caramelization, throw in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant. Your kitchen will smell like a dream!
- Pour in the wine (if using) and let it reduce by half while scraping the delicious bits off the bottom of the pot. This is where the magic happens, folks!
- Pour in the beef broth and add the thyme sprigs. Bring it all to a simmer and let those flavors mingle for about 30 minutes. Grab a comfy couch for this one—it’s worth the wait.
- Meanwhile, while you’re simmering, preheat your broiler. Toast the baguette slices until golden brown—don’t let them burn unless you fancy a smoke alarm serenade.
- Once the soup is ready, ladle it into oven-safe bowls, layer a piece of toasted baguette on top, and generously sprinkle cheese all over! You want it to look like a cheesy mountain—embrace it!
- Broil the bowls in the oven until the cheese is bubbly and golden. This is the crescendo of your culinary masterpiece!
- Carefully remove the bowls, let them cool for a minute (because cheese can burn like a rogue firework), and then dig in!
Voilà! Enjoy your gloriously rich and cheesy French Onion Soup. Serve it with a side of laughter and good company, and you’ve got yourself one incredible meal!
