French Onion Soup Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 6 cups beef broth
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 8 thin slices of French bread, toasted
• 2 cups grated Gruyère cheese

Instructions:

1. In a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the sliced onions and cook until they are soft and golden brown, about 25-30 minutes. Stir occasionally.
3. Add the garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
4. Sprinkle in the flour and stir to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
5. Gradually add the beef broth and white wine, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
6. Add the bay leaves, salt, and pepper, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer for 30 minutes.
7. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
8. Place the toasted bread slices on the bottom of oven-safe bowls and ladle the hot soup over them.
9. Sprinkle grated Gruyère cheese on top of the bread and soup.
10. Place the bowls on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 10-15 minutes.
11. Serve hot. Enjoy!