French Onion Soup With Provolone Recipe

Ingredients

2 medium onions, chopped1 teaspoon sugar6 tablespoons butter, divided1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon pepperDash ground nutmeg2-1/2 cups reduced-sodium beef or vegetable broth2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 slices French bread (1 inch thick)4 slices provolone cheese

Preparation

In a large saucepan, saute onions and sugar in 3 tablespoons butter until golden brown. Stir in the flour, pepper and nutmeg until blended. Gradually stir in broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Stir in the Parmesan cheese.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt remaining butter; add bread. Cook until golden brown on both sides. Ladle soup into 2 ovenproof bowls. Place a slice of cheese in each bowl; top with bread and remaining cheese. Bake at 375° until the cheese is bubbly, about 10 minutes.