Preparation
Low, Slow, Broiled
- The caramelization: Melt the beef tallow in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-low heat. Add the sliced onions with a pinch of salt and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, for 35-45 minutes. You are looking for a deep mahogany onion jam, not merely browned onions. If the onions begin sticking, add a small splash of water to release the flavor and keep caramelizing.
- The aromatics: Add the minced garlic and fresh thyme. Saute for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant. If using wine or sherry, pour it into the pot now to deglaze the pan, scraping up the browned fond from the bottom.
- The simmer: Pour in the beef bone broth and add the bay leaf. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes so the sweetness of the onions and richness of the broth fully meld.
- The artisan crouton: While the soup simmers, arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet. Toast in your COSORI oven at 400°F (200°C) until golden and crisp on both sides.
- The Gruyere crown: Ladle the hot soup into oven-safe bowls. Top each bowl with 1-2 toasted bread rounds and a generous handful of the Swiss & Gruyere blend.
- The final broil: Place the bowls back into the COSORI oven using the Broil setting for 3-5 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbling, and beautifully browned across the surface.