1 lg. (1 lb.) sweet Spanish onion
3 tbsp. butter
3 tbsp. all purpose flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
4 c. milk
2 c. shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Snipped chives
Paprika (opt.)

Remove bronze skin from onion and chop coarsely to measure about 4 cups. Saute chopped onion in butter until tender but not brown. Blend in flour, salt and pepper. Add milk, bring to simmer, cooking and stirring until slightly thickened. Remove from heat. Add cheese, stirring until melted. Garnish with chives and paprika. Makes 4 to 6 servings. Serve with hot garlic French bread.