Classic French Onion Soup
Deeply caramelized onion broth capped with toasted baguette and bubbling Gruyère.
About This Dish
Patient low heat develops the onions’ sweetness and savory depth before the broth receives its crisp, cheese-covered lid.
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Stages
- Onion Caramelization50 min
- Soup35 min
- Cheese Crust20 min
Step-by-Step Instructions
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1
Slice the onions evenly and cook them in butter with a pinch of salt over medium-low heat.
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2
Continue cooking for 40–50 minutes, stirring more often as the onions become a deep amber color.
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3
Deglaze with the wine, reduce by half, then add the stock and thyme and simmer for 25 minutes.
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4
Toast six thick baguette slices and grate the Gruyère.
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5
Ladle soup into oven-safe crocks, top with bread and cheese, and grill until bubbling and browned.
