French Onion Soup Recipe

Name: French Onion Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 medium yellow onions; 6 cups beef broth; ½ cup dry white wine (pinot grigio) or ½ cup cabernet sauvignon wine; 1 tablespoon minced garlic clove; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon thyme; 1 bay leaf; 4 -6 pieces crusty bread, thick; 8 -10 slices provolone cheese; salt; pepper

Servings: persons

6 medium yellow onions
6 cups beef broth
½ cup dry white wine (pinot grigio) or ½ cup cabernet sauvignon wine
1 tablespoon minced garlic clove
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon thyme
1 bay leaf
4 -6 pieces crusty bread, thick
8 -10 slices provolone cheese
salt
pepper

1
Start by thinly slicing onions.
2
As you are slicing, in a large stock pot add oil and butter over medium heat.
3
Add onions to the pot as you chop them.
4
Add 1 teaspoon of thyme and salt and pepper to taste.
5
Cook the onions for about 15-20 mins over medium heat STIRRING FREQUENTLY so the onions do not burn but start to become tender, sweet and carmel in color.
6
**After about 10 minutes of cooking, add 1 teaspoon of sugar to help carmelize the onion.
7
The last minute of cooking, add your garlic.
8
Preheat your oven to the broiler setting.
9
When the onions are done, add your bay leaf and wine to de-glaze the pot.
10
Add beef broth and simmer to bring to a boil.
11
After soup is to a boil, place oven safe crocks/bowls on a cookie sheet and ladle soup about 3/4 the way full.
12
Float a piece of the French bread in each bowl.
13
Top the bread with a slice or two of cheese.
14
Place cookie sheet into the broiler for approximately 5 mins or until the cheese starts to bubble and brown.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 medium yellow onions, 6 cups beef broth, ½ cup dry white wine (pinot grigio) or ½ cup cabernet sauvignon wine, 1 tablespoon minced garlic clove, and more.

Yes, French Onion Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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French Onion Soup

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