David had French Onion soup every night on the cruise (as it was a splurge, and takes more time than I am willing to do). But then this recipe was in Southern Living’s Magazine. So I thought I would give it a try. Please click on the link for their recipe instructions. 
Sliced onions, with unsalted butter, parsley, bay leaves, thyme, salt and pepper.
Baguette sliced, and toasted in a 350 degree oven for 12 minutes.
Onions, cooked…to nothing…3 hours later…I am not sure I did this correctly…but the smells in the kitchen were amazing. 
Flour added, then Sherry, and beef broth.
First layer of casserole.
First layer with cheese added.
Second layer with cheese.
Baked, covered…then uncovered and broiled to brown. 
Doesn’t look ANYTHING like theirs, but the flavor was amazing. David loved it, as did Stephen. It will be a long while before I make this again, and it will be in Fall or Winter due to the time in the kitchen–but I will make it again.
Blessings.
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