French Onion Soup is the ultimate comfort food. Caramelizing the onions takes patience, but the resulting deep sweet broth is worth every minute.

Ingredients (Serves 2)

• Onions: 2 large (thinly sliced)
• Butter: 20g
• Beef or vegetable broth: 400ml
• Bay leaf: 1
• Salt and black pepper: to taste
• Baguette slices: 2 (toasted)
• Gruyère or shredded mozzarella cheese: 1/2 cup

Instructions

1. Caramelize: Melt butter in a heavy pot. Add onions and cook on low heat, stirring occasionally, for 30–40 minutes until deep brown and sweet.
2. Simmer: Add broth and bay leaf. Simmer for 15 minutes, then season with salt and pepper.
3. Assemble: Pour soup into oven-safe bowls, float toasted baguette slices on top, and cover generously with cheese.
4. Broil: Broil in a hot oven or toaster until the cheese is melted and bubbly brown.