Craving something cozy and full of flavor? Let’s talk French Onion Soup! This classic dish is perfect for chilly evenings and will transport your taste buds straight to Paris. Here’s how to make it at home and impress your friends with your French cooking skills!

Ingredients:
• 5 large sweet or brown onions, thinly sliced
• 3 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp flour
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 6 cups beef or vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 sprigs of thyme
• 1 baguette, sliced and toasted
• 2 cups grated Gruyère or Swiss cheese

Directions:
1. Caramelize the onions: Heat butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, sugar, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 30-40 minutes, stirring often until the onions are golden brown and caramelized.
2. Deglaze the pot: Sprinkle flour over the onions, stir well, and cook for 2 minutes. Add white wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
3. Add broth: Pour in the broth, add bay leaf and thyme, and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 20-30 minutes.
4. Toast & cheese it up: Preheat your broiler. Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls, top each with a toasted baguette slice, and sprinkle generously with cheese. Broil until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
5. Serve & enjoy: Remove from the oven (carefully!), let cool slightly, and enjoy every cheesy, oniony bite.

This soup is a crowd-pleaser and makes any meal feel fancy. Whether it’s a family dinner or a cozy date night, it’s sure to impress! Bon appétit!