Description
A simple and classic French onion soup with caramelized onions in a rich beef broth, topped with toasted bread and melted cheese.
Ingredients
- 4 large onions, thinly sliced
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tbsp flour
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 slices French bread, toasted
- 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onions and sugar, cook until caramelized (about 30 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour over onions, stir for 1 minute.
- Add wine, broth, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes.
- Preheat oven broiler.
- Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls. Top with toasted bread and cheese.
- Broil until cheese is melted and bubbly (3-5 minutes).
Notes
- Use a mix of yellow and red onions for deeper flavor.
- Let onions caramelize slowly for best taste.
- Substitute vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop, Broiling
- Cuisine: French