French Onion Bake

Name: French Onion Bake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 4 large white or yellow onions, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup butter, divided; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed beef consomme, undiluted; 1/4 cup sherry, optional; 4 slices French bread (1 inch thick); 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese; 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

This is a casserole version of my favorite winter soup, French onion. It always receives raves at potlucks and family gatherings.

Ingredients

4 large white or yellow onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup butter, divided
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed beef consomme, undiluted
1/4 cup sherry, optional
4 slices French bread (1 inch thick)
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

In a large skillet, saute onions in 2 tablespoons butter until tender. Sprinkle with flour; stir in salt and pepper. Add the consomme and sherry if desired; cook and stir until thickened, about 3 minutes.
Pour into a shallow 2-qt. baking dish or individual baking dishes. Spread remaining butter on both sides of bread; place on a baking sheet.
Bake at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Place bread on top of onion mixture; sprinkle with cheeses. Bake, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.