Bungalow Bill's But 'n' Ben Onion Soup

Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 1/2 lbs large onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 5 tablespoons flour or 5 tablespoons cornstarch, mixed with 1 cup of the broth
• 1 quart chicken broth
• 1 quart beef broth
• 1 1/2 teaspoons thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• fresh ground pepper

Recipe

• 1 heat the butter, add the onions, and cook slowly for 20 minutes covered.
• 2 remove the lid and stir in the sugar.
• 3 cook until golden brown and wilted (caramelized) on very low heat, stirring occasionally.
• 4 stir in the dry ingredients and broth, and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
• 5 the soup may be adjusted for flavor with beef bouillon.
• 6 the soup will keep in the refrigerator for 10 to 14 days and is always better after the first day.
• 7 to serve, add toasted bread, and melt grated swiss and parmesan cheeses on top.