FRENCH ONION SOUP | How to make onion soup.

Ingredients:

• 3 pounds (about 6 large) yellow onions
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 2 large garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 cup dry sherry
• 8 cups beef stock
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 bay leaf
• Fresh thyme sprigs
• 1 baguette
• Olive oil for brushing the baguette
• 8 ounces Gruyère cheese, shredded

Instructions:

1. Prepare the onions by peeling and thinly slicing them.
2. In a large pot, melt the butter with olive oil.
3. Add the onions and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes until tender.
4. Sprinkle with sugar to aid caramelization, then cook for an additional 30-45 minutes until golden.
5. Add minced garlic and sauté for one minute.
6. Pour in the dry sherry, scrape the pot bottom, and cook until it evaporates.
7. Pour in the beef stock, season with salt, add the bay leaf and thyme. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 30 minutes.
8. Prepare croutons by slicing the baguette, brushing with olive oil, and baking until golden.
9. Sprinkle Gruyère cheese on the croutons and melt under the broiler.
10. Remove the bay leaf and thyme from the soup. Adjust salt.
11. Serve the soup in bowls, top with melted cheese croutons, and enjoy!

Tips:

• Use yellow onions for better caramelization.
• Avoid increasing the heat during caramelization to prevent burning.
• Prepare croutons just before serving to maintain their crispy texture.
• The soup can be made ahead and reheated before serving.
• Add more Gruyère cheese if desired, as it adds a delicious flavor.