French onion soup with thyme and cheese toasts
4 servings
30 minutes
French onion soup is a gastronomic classic with a centuries-old history rooted in the times of poor peasants and elegant Parisian bistros. It combines caramelized onions, a rich wine-broth aroma, and crispy baguette toasts with melted cheese. The flavor is deep and rich, with subtle sweet notes of onion and the spiciness of thyme. It is served hot, dipping the cheesy toasts into the aromatic broth to soak up its essence. This soup is not just food but a cozy journey to the heart of France where simple ingredients turn into a masterpiece. Perfect for cool evenings when you want to warm up and enjoy the exquisite simplicity of true French cuisine.
1
Slice the onion into thin half-rings, transfer to a pot, and fry in a mixture of olive and butter until brown.
- Onion: 500 g
- Butter: 50 g
- Olive oil: 20 ml
2
Pour wine over the onion, reduce almost completely, and add chicken broth and thyme. Season with salt and pepper, bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Dry white wine: 300 ml
- Chicken broth: 500 ml
- Fresh thyme: 2 stems
3
Slice the baguette, sprinkle with grated cheese, and bake in the oven. Pour the soup into a bowl, place the baked baguette with cheese on top, and serve.
- French baguette: 1 piece
- Maasdam cheese: 150 g