Here is a classic French onion soup recipe: Ingredients:
- 50g butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 kg onions, halved and thinly sliced
- 1 tsp sugar
- 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp plain flour
- 250 ml dry white wine
- 1.3 liters hot strongly-flavored beef stock
- 4-8 slices baguette
- 140g gruyère, finely grated
Method:
- Melt butter and olive oil in a large heavy-based pan. Add onions and fry with the lid on for 10 minutes until soft.
- Sprinkle in sugar and cook for 20 minutes more, stirring frequently, until onions are caramelized and golden.
- Add garlic cloves for the last few minutes, then sprinkle in plain flour and stir well.
- Increase heat and gradually add wine followed by beef stock. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Turn on grill and toast the bread.
- Ladle soup into heatproof bowls, put slices of toast on top, pile on the grated gruyère, and grill until melted.
This savory soup is rich, comforting, and perfect for a cozy meal.