French Onion Soup Inspired Cheesy Garlic Bread

French Onion Soup Inspired Cheesy Garlic Bread ingredients

• 2 large yellow onions
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 0.5 cup beef broth
• 2 tbsp dry sherry or red wine
• 0.5 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 0.125 tsp black pepper
• 1 half loaf crusty sourdough loaf
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1.5 cup Gruyère cheese
• 2 fresh thyme sprigs

How to make French Onion Soup Inspired Cheesy Garlic Bread

1. Slice the 2 large yellow onions thinly. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, melt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter with 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-low heat.
2. Add the sliced onions to the skillet. Cook slowly for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are deeply golden brown and caramelized. This slow process is key for flavor development.
3. Deglaze the pan by pouring in 2 tablespoons dry sherry or red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Then, add 1/2 cup beef broth, 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes until the liquid has mostly evaporated and thickened slightly, creating a rich reduction.
4. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice a half crusty sourdough loaf lengthwise down the middle. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
5. In a small bowl, melt 4 tablespoons unsalted butter. Mince 3 cloves of garlic and stir them into the melted butter.
6. Brush the cut sides of the sourdough loaf generously with the garlic butter. Place the loaf cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Spread the caramelized onion mixture evenly over the buttered bread. Then, sprinkle 1.5 cups of shredded Gruyère cheese generously over the top of the onions.
8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown. For an extra crispy crust, you can finish under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
9. Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with a couple of fresh thyme sprigs before slicing into generous portions. Serve warm as a hearty side dish.

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