French Onion Soup Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour Servings: 4 Ingredients - 1 tablespoon butter or margarine - 2 large sweet yellow onions, sliced thin - 1 leek, sliced thin - 5 cups water (dissolve boullion cubes in water) - 7 beef boullion cubes - 2 cloves garlic, chopped fine - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce - salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste - 8 slices baguettes, 1 - 2 cups Gruyere cheese, shredded    Rich with the flavors of cheese and onion, this soup will provide a light yet filling selection	1

	that can be served for lunch, dinner or as an enjoyable first course for guests.   Directions Melt butter or margarine in a large skillet. Add onions, leeks and garlic. Stirring frequently, sauté 30-45 minutes over medium high heat until onions are caramelized and lightly golden brown. Reduce heat to simmer, add beef boullion, Worcestershire sauce and seasonings. Cook on low for 20-25 minutes. Heat oven to 425ºF-450ºF. Ladle soup into oven proof serving bowls. Place 2 slices of toasted bread on top of soup and divide shredded cheese among the bowls. Place filled bowls on a baking sheet with sides. Bake 10 minutes or until cheese bubbles and is lightly browned. Serve immediately.	2