French Onion Soup

Rich caramelized onions, beefy broth, bubbly Gruyère

retest scheduled Adapted from Tyler Florence / Food Network — being retested to the rcpbx spec, one dinner at a time. how we test

Time: 2 hrs Serves: 6
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Ingredients

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Instructions

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  1. Melt butter in Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onions and cook until deep brown, stirring occasionally; add a splash of water if the bottom starts to scorch. Add the garlic for the last .
  2. Add bay leaves, thyme, and wine. Simmer until wine evaporates, about .
  3. Dust with flour, stir to coat. Cook on medium-low.
  4. Add broth, bring to simmer. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer .
  5. Toast baguette slices under broiler until golden.
  6. Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls. Top with bread and generous Gruyère.
  7. Broil until cheese is bubbly and golden, .

Notes

  • Don't rush caramelization - low and slow builds depth.
  • Mix Swiss and Gruyère if budget is tight.
  • Red wine gives deeper color; white works too.

Adapted from Tyler Florence / Food Network · original