Authentic French Onion Soup Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Cuisine: French
Difficulty: Easy


Why You’ll Love This French Onion Soup

French Onion Soup proves that simple ingredients can create extraordinary flavor. The onions slowly caramelize into a rich, sweet base while the beef broth develops incredible depth. Topped with toasted baguette slices and melted Gruyère cheese, every spoonful offers the perfect combination of savory broth, crispy bread, and gooey cheese.

This recipe is:

  • Rich and deeply flavorful
  • Perfect for cold weather
  • Restaurant-quality at home
  • Made with everyday ingredients
  • Great for dinner parties
  • Easy to prepare with patience

Ingredients

For the Soup

  • 6 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup dry white wine (optional)
  • 8 cups beef broth
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper

For the Topping

  • 1 French baguette, sliced
  • 2 cups grated Gruyère cheese
  • Parmesan cheese (optional)

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