French Onion Soup

Ingredients:

1. 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
2. 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3. 2 cloves garlic, minced
4. 2 tablespoons flour
5. 6 cups beef broth
6. 1 cup dry white wine
7. 2 bay leaves
8. Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
9. 8 thin slices of French bread, toasted
10. 2 cups grated Gruyère cheese

Instructions:

• In a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.
• Add the sliced onions and cook until they are soft and golden brown, about 25-30 minutes. Stir occasionally.
• Add the garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
• Sprinkle in the flour and stir to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
• Gradually add the beef broth and white wine, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
• Add the bay leaves, salt, and pepper, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer for 30 minutes.
• Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Place the toasted bread slices on the bottom of oven-safe bowls and ladle the hot soup over them.
• Sprinkle grated Gruyère cheese on top of the bread and soup.
• Place the bowls on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 10-15 minutes.
• Serve hot. Enjoy