Bistros are famous for their modest, simple meals at reasonable prices. At its finest, bistro cooking is timeless comfort food. This recipe from the first module of the Culinary Arts curriculum is for a classic bistro dish — onion soup covered in a thick layer of melted cheese. Take the time to caramelize the onions slowly and thoroughly.

Ingredients

14 ounces thinly sliced onions
1 ounce butter
2 fluid ounces calvados
40 ounces white veal stock
1/2 ounce salt
5 slices baguette
1/2 ounce softened butter
5 ounces grated gruyère cheese More…