Apple Cider-Onion Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 1/4 lbs. red onions, thinly sliced
• 2 Tbsp. margarine
• 2 Tbsp. flour
• 1 tsp. minced garlic
• 3 cups canned beef broth
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• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup apple cider
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 1/2 tsp. thyme
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 6 1/2 inch slices of French bread
• 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese

Directions:

Saute' onions in margarine in large saucepan over medium heat until golden brown. Add flour. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add garlic. Cook for 1 minute. Add broths, apple cider and bay leaf. Bring to a boil; skim surface. Stir in thyme. Simmer for 40 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Preheat broiler. Place bread on baking sheet; sprinkle with cheese. Broil just until cheese melts. Ladle soup into serving bowls, discarding bay leaf. Top with cheese toast. Yield: 6 servings.

By Robin from Washington, IA