The key to a great French onion soup is caramelized onions. For Julia's recipe, you'll sauté 5 cups of sliced onions in a mixture of oil and butter until they are browned and melt-in-your-mouth soft.

Bring the soup to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover partially, and let it simmer for at least 30-45 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and deepen.

Healthy French Onion Soup capped with melted Gruyere. (Virginia Willis for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution) By Virginia Willis – For the AJC Oct 16, 2024 ...

Recipes French Onion Soup Oct. 29, 2024, 12:00 PM EST / Updated Nov. 7, 2024, 8:06 AM PST French Onion Soup Morgan Baker Morgan Baker Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins ...