French Onion Soup

Ingredients

• 3 lbs onions
• 1/4 cup butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 5 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons sherry
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1/2 cup Gruyere cheese
• 1 batard
• 1/4 cup butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cups Gruyere cheese

Instructions

1. Slice the onions thinly.
2. Melt butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add sliced onions to the skillet, season with salt and pepper.
4. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are softened and caramelized, about 25-30 minutes.
5. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
6. Pour in beef broth and sherry, bring to a simmer, and cook for 15-20 minutes.
7. Meanwhile, slice the bread into 1-inch thick slices.
8. Toast the bread slices in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 10 minutes.
9. Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls.
10. Top with toasted bread slices.
11. Cover generously with shredded Gruyere cheese.
12. Broil until cheese is melted and bubbly.
13. Serve immediately.