The Best French Onion Soup

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Ingredients (14)

  • 8 tablespoons butter
  • 4 tablespoons canola oil
  • 6 pounds yellow onions , sliced 1/4 inch thick with the grain
  • 1/2 cup sherry wine
  • 1/2 cup red wine
  • 1/8 cup tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup garlic purée
  • 1 bouquet garni
  • 4 tablespoons concentrated beef base
  • 10 cups chicken stock
  • thyme leaves for garnish
  • 1 baguette , cut into 1 inch slices
  • 8 slices provolone cheese
  • 2 cups shredded gruyere cheese , (optional)

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