| 1 | Melt butter in heavy large dutch oven over medium-high heat. |
| 2 | Add onions and cook until soft and golden, stirring frequently, about 20 minutes. |
| 3 | Add stock and simmer 30 minutes. |
| 4 | Add wine and simmer 5 minutes. |
| 5 | (can be prepared 1 day ahead. |
| 6 | Cover and refrigerate. |
| 7 | Bring to simmer before continuing). |
| 8 | preheat broiler. |
| 9 | Place bread on broiler pan and toast lightly on both sides. |
| 10 | Cover each piece of toast with cheese. |
| 11 | Return to broiler and cook until cheese bubbles. |
| 12 | Place 1 piece of toast in each of 4 shallow soup bowls. |
| 13 | Pour soup over croutons and serve. |
| 14 | bon appetit/may 94 typed by didi pahl |