Delicious and Warm French Onion Soup with Celeriac

Indulge in a bowl of warm and flavorful French Onion Soup with the added twist of celeriac. This classic soup is made with caramelized onions, rich beef broth, and topped with cheesy croutons. The addition of celeriac adds a unique and earthy flavor to the soup. It is the perfect comfort food for cold winter nights and can be enjoyed as a starter or a meal on its own.

Ingredients

• 4 large onions, thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 celeriac, peeled and diced
• 6 cups beef broth
• 1 cup red wine
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 slices French bread
• 1 cup grated Gruyere cheese
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. In a large soup pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until they are caramelized and golden brown, about 30 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic and diced celeriac to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
3. Pour in the beef broth and red wine. Add the bay leaf and thyme. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
4. While the soup is simmering, preheat the broiler. Place the French bread slices on a baking sheet and toast them under the broiler until golden brown.
5. Remove the bay leaf from the soup. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls. Top each bowl with a slice of toasted French bread and sprinkle with grated Gruyere cheese.
6. Place the bowls under the broiler until the cheese is melted and bubbling, about 2-3 minutes.
7. Garnish the soup with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy hot!

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