French Onion Garlic Bread

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Ingredients

Serving Size: 3-4 people

For the Roasted Garlic and Shallot Butter:

2 bulbs of garlic
2 large shallots
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tsp Italian seasonings
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the French Onion Garlic Bread:

1 loaf of French bread, cut in half lengthwise
1 caramelized onion, recipe below
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
Salt and pepper, to taste

Caramelized Onions (for the bread):

2 tbsp butter
1 large onion, thinly sliced
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp Worcestershire
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Bechamel Sauce:

1 tbsp butter
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 cup whole milk
1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Roast the Garlic and Shallots

Preheat your oven to 450°F
Slice the top off the garlic bulb to expose the cloves, and place it on a sheet of foil. Drizzle with olive oil and wrap it in foil.
Peel the shallots and cut them in half. Place them on a separate piece of foil, drizzle with olive oil and salt, and wrap them up.
Roast both the garlic and shallots in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes to an hour, or until soft and golden.
Once roasted, let them cool for a few minutes. Squeeze the garlic out of its skins and roughly chop the shallots.
In a small bowl, combine the roasted garlic, roasted shallots, softened butter, red pepper flakes, Italian seasonings, salt, and pepper. Mix well and set aside.

Step 2: Caramelize the Onions

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally until they are soft and golden brown.
Add the brown sugar and balsamic vinegar, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the onions become deeply caramelized. Season with salt and pepper, then set aside.

Step 3: Make the Bechamel Sauce

In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1-2 minutes to create a roux, making sure it doesn’t brown.
Gradually pour in the milk while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Keep whisking until the sauce thickens (about 5-7 minutes).
Once thickened, add the nutmeg (if using), and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well.
Add the caramelized onions to the sauce and mix. Set aside.

Step 4: Assemble the French Onion Garlic Bread

Preheat your oven to 400°F
Slice the loaf of French bread in half lengthwise, then spread the roasted garlic and shallot butter evenly on both halves.
Top with the caramelized onions, spreading them out evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and Gruyère cheeses generously over the onions.
Sprinkle fresh thyme leaves (or dried thyme) over the top.

Step 5: Bake the Bread

Place the prepared bread halves on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the bread are golden and crispy. You can broil at the end to get the cheesy crispy.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing.
Serve warm and enjoy the rich, savory flavor of French onion garlic bread

If you're looking for a show-stopping appetizer or the perfect side to any meal, look no further! This French Onion Garlic Bread is everything you love about French onion soup, but in a warm, cheesy, and irresistibly savory bread form. Imagine crispy, golden French bread topped with a luscious layer of roasted garlic and shallot butter, sweet caramelized onions, and a gooey blend of mozzarella and Gruyère cheeses. A sprinkle of fresh thyme adds just the right touch of herbaceous goodness. It's the ultimate comfort food—garlicky, cheesy, and absolutely impossible to resist! Get ready to indulge in a bite of pure deliciousness.

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