Classic French Onion Soup

Ingredients:

• 4 large onions, thinly sliced
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 8 slices of baguette
• 2 cups grated Gruyère cheese

Directions:

1. In a large pot, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the sliced onions and sugar, cooking until the onions are caramelized, about 20-25 minutes.
3. Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir to combine, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
4. Slowly add the white wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze.
5. Add the beef broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes.
6. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
7. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls, top each with a slice of baguette, and sprinkle with Gruyère cheese.
8. Place the bowls on a baking sheet and bake in the oven until the cheese is bubbly and golden, about 10-15 minutes.