Classic French Onion Soup — Twisted Radish Catering

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 large onions, sliced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons sherry
• 1 quart rich beef stock
• 1/2 tablespoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 8 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick)
• 3/4 cup Gruyere or Comte Cheese, shredded
• Bouquet Garni, wrapped in cheese cloth
• 2 sprigs thyme
• 1/2 bunch of parsley