French Onion Soup

• 4 large onions, thinly sliced
• 4 tbsp butter
• 6 cups beef broth
• 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
• 8 slices baguette
• 1 cup gruyere cheese, shredded
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme

Instructions

1. 1

   Melt butter in a large pot over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions.

2. 2

   Cook onions slowly, stirring occasionally, until deeply caramelized and rich brown (about 45-60 minutes).

3. 3

   Deglaze the pot with white wine, scraping up any browned bits.

4. 4

   Add beef broth and thyme sprigs. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.

5. 5

   Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls. Top each with baguette slices and shredded Gruyere cheese.

6. 6

   Broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.