¼ cup butter 2 onions, sliced 1 garlic, minced 1 tsp dried thyme 1 bay leaf S & P TT (to taste) 2 Tbsp flour, heaping 1 qt beef broth 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1 Tbsp Balsamic vinegar Bread, toasted Cheese, shredded (mozzarella, gouda mix)

In a med saucepan, place butter, onion, garlic thyme, bay leaf and S & P. Cook over med heat until very tender and start to brown (app. 25 minutes), stirring occasionally. Add flour and mix well; cook for 1 minute. Add broth, Worcestershire sauce and vinegar. Cook until begins to bubble and thickens slightly; adjust seasoning if needed. Toast bread (any you have on hand will do). Preheat broiler; lay crouton (toasted bread) on a sheetpan and top with desired amount of cheese mixture. Broil til starts to brown and all cheese is melted. Ladle soup into your bowl and top with cheesy crouton. ~enjoy!