By Bhavana Verma
December 24th, 2023
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French onion soup is an important traditional soup that holds a significant value among Italians. Its growing popularity has made this soup a widely loved dish all over the world. Traditionally used as a hangover afterparty remedy, this soup has tons of other benefits that make it a good meal for winter festivals. Prepare this soup in these easy steps to relish its deliciousness.
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4 large onions, thinly sliced 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 cups beef broth or vegetable broth 1 cup red wine Salt and pepper to taste Baguette slices Gruyère cheese, grated
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In a large pot, melt butter and oil. Add onions; cook until caramelized, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes.
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Pour in red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot. Simmer until the wine reduces by half.
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Pour in beef broth or vegetable broth. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer. Cook for 15-20 minutes.
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Toast the slices of baguette bread in a preheated oven until golden. Set it aside.
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Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls. Float baguette slice on top. Sprinkle it with Gruyère cheese.
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Place bowls on a baking sheet. Broil until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2-3 minutes.
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Carefully remove from the oven and serve hot. Savour the rich flavours of French Onion Soup!
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