How to Make Onion Soup at Home

Onion soup is a classic French dish that is surprisingly easy to make at home. It’s perfect for a cold day, as the rich broth and caramelized onions will warm you up from the inside out.

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 6 large onions, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 cups beef broth
• 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 4 slices French bread
• 1 cup grated Gruyere cheese

Instructions

1. Melt the butter in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium heat. Add the onions and salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened and translucent, about 15 minutes.
2. Reduce the heat to low and add the sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are deeply caramelized, about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
3. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
4. Pour in the beef broth and white wine (if using). Add the bay leaf, thyme, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
5. Preheat the broiler.
6. Place the bread slices on a baking sheet and broil until lightly toasted.
7. Ladle the soup into oven-proof bowls. Top each bowl with a slice of bread and sprinkle with Gruyere cheese.
8. Broil for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Tips

• For a richer flavor, use beef broth instead of chicken broth.
• If you don’t have dry white wine, you can use water or broth instead.
• You can also add other toppings to your soup, such as croutons, grated Parmesan cheese, or a dollop of sour cream.
• Leftover onion soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion

Onion soup is a delicious and easy to make dish that is perfect for a cold day. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality soup at home. So next time you’re feeling under the weather, or just want a cozy and comforting meal, give onion soup a try.

I hope you enjoy this recipe.