French Onion Soup with Gruyère Toasts

Deeply caramelized onions in beef broth with crisp cheese-topped bread.

Ingredients

• 5 large onions, sliced
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 6 cups beef broth
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 6 baguette slices
• 1 1/2 cups Gruyère

Directions

1. Cook onions in butter over medium-low heat until deeply browned, 35 to 45 minutes.
2. Stir in flour, then wine and broth.
3. Add thyme and simmer 15 minutes.
4. Ladle into oven-safe bowls, top with bread and Gruyère, and broil until browned.