Hearty French Onion Soup with Tender Beef and Crispy Baguette

Hearty French Onion Soup with Tender Beef and Crispy Baguette

 

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour | Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

 

Ingredients:

2 large onions, thinly sliced

1 lb beef stew meat

4 cups beef broth

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 teaspoons thyme

2 bay leaves

2 cloves garlic, minced

Salt and pepper to taste

2 tablespoons flour (optional, for thickening)

4 slices baguette

1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese

1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions:

Cook the beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the beef stew meat and cook until browned on all sides. Remove from the pot and set aside.

Sauté the onions: In the same pot, add the sliced onions and cook over low heat for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are caramelized and golden brown.

Add garlic and seasonings: Add the minced garlic to the onions and cook for an additional minute. Add the thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.

Add broth and beef: Return the browned beef to the pot and pour in the beef broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 45 minutes to an hour, allowing the flavors to meld together. (If you want a thicker soup, stir in the flour and cook for a few more minutes.)

Prepare the baguette: While the soup is simmering, toast the baguette slices in a broiler or on a pan until crispy and golden brown.

Serve: 
Ladle the soup into bowls, place a slice of toasted baguette on top of each bowl, and sprinkle with Gruyère and Parmesan cheese. Place the bowls under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese melts and bubbles.