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Classic French Onion Soup with Gruyère Cheese Croutons

Irresistible Classic French Onion Soup with Gruyère in 45 Minutes


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  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 80 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A traditional French onion soup topped with crispy Gruyère cheese croutons.


Ingredients

  • 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 baguette, sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups Gruyère cheese, grated


Instructions

  1. Melt butter with olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onions, sugar, and salt. Cook until caramelized, about 30 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle flour over onions and stir for 1 minute.
  4. Add white wine, beef broth, chicken broth, bay leaf, and thyme. Simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 400°F. Toast baguette slices for 5 minutes.
  6. Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls, top with toasted bread and Gruyère cheese.
  7. Broil until cheese is bubbly and golden, about 3 minutes.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Gruyère for best melting.
  • Caramelize onions slowly for deeper flavor.
  • Adjust salt based on broth sodium content.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 65 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop/Broiling
  • Cuisine: French