ESTHER'S FRENCH ONION SOUP 
2 med. onions, sliced
1 tbsp. butter
4 c. low salt bouillon
1 bay leaf
1 tsp. dry basil
1/2 tsp. thyme
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ground pepper
Dash cognac or dry sherry
4 slices French bread
4 slices Swiss cheese
3 tbsp. grated cheese

1. Saute onions in butter until translucent, stirring add little water if necessary.

2. Add bouillon, seasoning, cognac, low boil for 30 minutes.

3. Toast bread, melt cheese on top in broiler.

4. Place 1/2 tablespoon grated cheese in 4 bowls. Pour 1 cup soup over and float bread on top. 4 servings. 232 calories - 24 mg cholesterol.

 

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