If there’s one recipe that never fails to impress, warm your home, and comfort your soul, it’s a classic French onion soup. This rich and flavorful dish has been a staple for cozy gatherings and intimate dinners for generations. The aroma of caramelized onions, herbs, and gooey melted cheese is enough to make anyone’s mouth water. Get ready to indulge in our most requested soup recipe of all time—this to-die-for French Onion Soup. It’s the perfect blend of savory broth and cheesy goodness that will make you feel like you’re dining in a charming Parisian bistro.
**To Die For French Onion Soup**
*Ingredients:*
– 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
– 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 garlic cloves, minced
– 1 teaspoon sugar
– 6 cups beef broth
– 1 cup dry white wine
– 2 bay leaves
– 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Baguette, sliced
– Gruyere cheese, grated
– Parmesan cheese, grated
*Instructions:*
1. In a large Dutch oven or soup pot, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic, sugar, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 30-40 minutes until the onions are deeply caramelized and golden brown.
2. Pour in the beef broth and white wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze and incorporate all the flavorful browned bits. Add the bay leaves and thyme. Bring the soup to a simmer, then reduce the heat and let it cook for an additional 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
3. Meanwhile, preheat the broiler in your oven. Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast them until lightly golden.
4. When the soup is ready, taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Remove the bay leaves.
5. Preheat your broiler. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls, top each with a slice of toasted baguette, and sprinkle generously with a mixture of Gruyere and Parmesan cheeses.
6. Place the bowls on a baking sheet and broil for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
7. Carefully remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve hot. Be cautious as the soup will be very hot.
Get ready to savor every delicious spoonful of this heavenly French onion soup. Your taste buds will thank you for the explosion of flavors in each mouthful. This recipe is a true crowd-pleaser and will have your guests coming back for seconds. Enjoy it on a chilly evening, pair it with a glass of wine, and transport yourself to a charming café in the heart of Paris. Bon appétit!
