Onion Soup

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   Melt the butter in a large pan.

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   Add onions.

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   Cook over low heat for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

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   Onions should become soft and have rich brown color.

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   Add the stock and bring it rapidly to a boil.

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   Lower heat and simmer about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, cut the bread into thin slices.

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   Spread with butter and toast under the broiler until crisp.

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   Arrange some of the toast on the bottom of an ovenproof soup tureen or bowl.

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   Sprinkle the toast with 1/2 the grated cheese.

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    Season with pepper.

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    Gently pour on the onion broth.

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    Float second layer of toast on the broth.

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    Cover with remaining cheese.

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    Place the bowl under broiler until cheese begins to bubble and brown.

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    Serve immediately. Serves 2.

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