French Onion Soup: Best For Winters

Cozy, rich, and cheesy! Learn how to make authentic French Onion Soup with caramelized onions and a cheesy baguette topping.

Steps to make French onion soup:

Step 1: Gather Ingredients for the Soup – 5 tbsp unsalted butter – 3 lbs yellow onions (thinly sliced) – ¼ tsp salt (plus more to taste) – 2 tbsp all-purpose flour – ¾ cup dry white wine (Sauvignon Blanc works well) – 4 cups beef stock – 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth – 1 large thyme sprig – 2 bay leaves

Step 2: Ingredients for Cheese Toast – 12 baguette slices (¾-inch thick) – 1 garlic clove (halved) – 1½ cups shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese – ½ cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese – 1 tbsp minced fresh parsley (optional)

Step 3: Caramelize the Onions 1.Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. 2.Add onions and ¼ tsp salt. Sauté for 45–50 minutes, stirring frequently. 3.Reduce heat if onions brown too quickly. 4.Use a splash of water to scrape up browned bits from the pot’s bottom to avoid burning.

Step 4: Build the Soup Base – Sprinkle 2 tbsp of flour over the caramelized onions and sauté for 1 minute. – Pour in ¾ cup white wine, scraping up the golden bits from the pot’s bottom. – Add beef stock, chicken broth, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. – Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes.

Step 5:Prepare the Cheese Toast 1.Preheat oven to 450°F. 2.Rub halved garlic on one side of each baguette slice. 3.Place slices on a baking sheet and bake until golden brown, about 5–8 minutes.

Step 6: Assemble and Broil 1.Ladle soup into broiler-proof bowls. 2.Top with 2 baguette slices and sprinkle with cheese. 3.Broil until the cheese melts.

Step 7: Garnish and Serve 1.Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. 2.Serve hot and enjoy the comforting, cheesy goodness of French Onion Soup!