French Onion Soup Gratinée

A classic, comforting French Onion Soup Gratinée prepared by legendary chef Jacques Pépin. This soup features deeply caramelized onions simmered in savory chicken stock, topped with crusty baguette croutons and a generous layer of melted, bubbly Swiss cheese baked to a golden brown perfection. Chef's tips: (1) Caramelizing the onions slowly for 15-20 minutes is crucial for developing the deep, sweet base flavor of the soup. (2) Using ovenproof bowls with a distinct lip helps hold the melted cheese crust on top, preventing it from sliding down into the soup. (3) Baking the assembled soup in the oven at 400°F is slower than using a broiler, but it yields a much better, thicker, and deeply flavorful crust. (4) Be extremely careful when serving as the soup inside the bowls remains intensely hot for a long time.

• Time: 60 min
• Servings: 4

Source: ChefChef

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