French Onion Soup 🧅🧀
Introduction:
French Onion Soup is a comforting classic made with caramelized onions, flavorful broth, and topped with toasted bread and melted cheese. It’s rich, hearty, and perfect for cold days!
Ingredients:
- 4 large onions, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 liter beef or vegetable broth
- 100 ml white wine (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 baguette, sliced
- Grated Gruyère or mozzarella cheese
Instructions:
- In a large pot, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the onions and cook slowly until golden and caramelized (about 25–30 minutes). Add sugar halfway through to enhance caramelization.
- Pour in the wine (if using) and cook for 2 minutes until it evaporates.
- Add the broth, season with salt and pepper, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, toast the baguette slices and sprinkle cheese on top.
- Place the toasts on top of the soup and broil (or bake) until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving Tips:
Serve hot with extra cheese and fresh herbs on top for extra flavor!
Conclusion:
French Onion Soup 🧅🧀 is the perfect blend of sweetness from the onions, richness from the broth, and comfort from the melted cheese — a timeless classic!