Decadent French Onion Soup with Gruyère

Decadent French Onion Soup with Gruyère

60 mins
medium
4 servings

A rich and flavorful French onion soup, elevated with a creamy Gruyère topping. This comforting classic is perfect for a cozy evening.

Comfort FoodFrenchSoup

Equipment Needed

  • Baking sheet
  • Large Pot
  • Oven-safe bowls

Ingredients

  • 4.00 tablespoonsUnsalted Butter(High quality butter for best flavor)
  • 2.00 tablespoonsOlive Oil(Extra virgin olive oil)
  • 6.00 mediumYellow Onion(Finely sliced)
  • 4.00 cupsBeef Broth(Low sodium preferred)
  • 2.00 tablespoonsDry Sherry(Adds depth of flavor)
  • 1.00 teaspoonDried Thyme(Fresh thyme can be substituted)
  • 1.00 pinchSalt(To taste)
  • 1.00 pinchBlack Pepper(To taste)
  • 4.00 slicesFrench Bread(Thick slices)
  • 4.00 slicesGruyère Cheese(Aged Gruyère for best flavor)

Instructions

1

Melt butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Add sliced onions and cook until softened and translucent, about 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently.

Estimated time: 15 minutes

3

Stir in beef broth, sherry, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

4

Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Estimated time: 20 minutes

5

Preheat oven to broil.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

6

Divide soup among oven-safe bowls.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

7

Top each bowl with a slice of French bread.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

8

Layer each slice of bread with a slice of Gruyère cheese.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

9

Place bowls on a baking sheet and broil for 2-3 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

10

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Estimated time: 1 minutes