Description
A rich and simple French Onion Soup recipe that delivers deep, savory flavors with tender onions simmered in beef broth and topped with toasted bread and melted cheese, all broiled to golden perfection. Perfect for a comforting meal that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Sauce
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups sliced onions
- 5 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons dry sherry
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
Toppings
- 4 slices French bread
- 4 slices provolone cheese
- 2 slices Swiss cheese, diced
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all the necessary ingredients to prepare the soup to streamline the cooking process and ensure nothing is missed.
- Sauté Onions: Melt the butter with olive oil in an 8-quart stock pot over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and continually stir until they become tender and translucent, taking care not to brown them to maintain a delicate sweetness.
- Simmer Soup: Pour in the beef broth, add dry sherry and dried thyme, then season with salt and pepper. Let the soup simmer gently for 30 minutes to meld the flavors together, while preheating the oven’s broiler in preparation for the next step.
- Prepare Bowls: Ladle the hot soup into oven-safe serving bowls. Place one slice of French bread on top of each bowl of soup; if preferred, break the bread into smaller pieces to fit.
- Add Cheeses: Layer each bread slice with one slice of provolone, half a slice of diced Swiss cheese, and a tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese to create a luscious cheesy topping.
- Broil: Place the bowls on a rimmed sheet pan and broil in the preheated oven for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the cheese bubbles and turns golden brown with a slight crust.
- Serve: Carefully remove the bowls from the oven and serve the soup hot. Enjoy the rich, savory flavors and melty cheese in every spoonful.
Notes
- Do not brown the onions; cook them until tender and translucent to develop a mild sweetness.
- Use oven-safe bowls to prevent any damage or injuries when broiling the cheese topping.
- If you prefer, you can substitute dry sherry with a dry white wine or omit it altogether.
- Broiling time can vary depending on your oven; watch the cheese closely to avoid burning.
- French bread can be toasted beforehand for extra crunchiness or used as is.
