French Onion Soup with Cheesy Croutons

Serves: 4

Total time: 60 minutes

Active time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp butter

• 3 medium onions, sliced

• 1 tbsp all purpose flour

• 1 tsp thyme

• Pinch sea salt

• 1 cup dry white wine

• 6 cups vegetable stock or beef stock

• 2 cups sourdough bread, cubed

• ½  cup gruyere cheese or swiss cheese, grated

• Sea salt and black pepper, to taste

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 350℉. Line a tray with baking paper.

2. Heat butter in a pot over medium-low heat. Add onions, stirring occasionally until deep golden brown, about 20-30 minutes. Add flour and cook for an additional 2 minutes. 

3. Add thyme, salt, and wine. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes.

4. Add vegetable stock, bring to a boil, and let simmer for 5-10 minutes. 

5. Meanwhile, add bread to the lined tray in a single layer. Top with cheese. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until melted.

6. Top the soup with croutons. 

7. Enjoy!