Thyme Gruyere French Onion Soup
Equipment
- Chopping board
- Knife
- Large casserole
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring jug
- Baking tray
- Ladle
- Grater
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 large onion sliced
- 2 tbsp plain flour
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme
- 1.4 litres organic beef stock
- 1 tbsp brandy
- sea salt
- ground black pepper
- 1 clove garlic
- 12 thick slices french bread stale
- 100 g Gruyère grated
Instructions
- Peel and slice the onions.
- Heat the butter in a large casserole over a medium heat and add the onions. Season with sea salt and cook gently, stirring frequently until they are a rich dark brown colour- this can take up to 30 minutes so have patience.
- Stir in the flour and thyme until the flour is evenly combined. Season with sea salt and ground black pepper.
- Pour over the stock and cover.
- Cook gently for about 30 minutes. Stir through the brandy and check the seasoning.
- Meanwhile, lightly toast the bread under a medium grill, remove and rub all over with the garlic clove.
- Ladle the soup into oven proof bowls set on a heavy baking sheet, place a slice of bread in each one and place a mound of grated cheese in the centre of each one.
Notes
A true French classic that is wonderfully satisfying to make at home.
Nutrition
Calories: 430kcal
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