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**Perfect French Onion Soup in 4 Simple Steps**

French Onion Soup
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A classic French onion soup with caramelized onions, rich broth, and melted cheese on top.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 baguette, sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups grated Gruyère cheese

Instructions

  1. Melt butter with olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onions, sugar, and salt. Cook for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are caramelized.
  3. Sprinkle flour over onions and stir for 1 minute.
  4. Add wine, beef broth, chicken broth, bay leaf, and thyme. Simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. Toast baguette slices until golden brown.
  6. Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls. Top with toasted bread and grated cheese.
  7. Broil for 2-3 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.

Notes

  • Use a mix of beef and chicken broth for balanced flavor.
  • Caramelize onions slowly for best results.
  • Gruyère cheese melts well and adds a nutty taste.

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