Vegetarian Onion Soup

When my daughter converted to vegetarianism she really missed winters with french onion soup-here's a version she really enjoys!!

In a large saucepot or soup pot melt the butter over medium heat.

Add the onions and pepper stirring to coat the onions.

Continue to cook for 30 minutes , stirring often.

Add the wine and stir for 3 minutes , deglazing the pot.

Bring to a boil and add the water , parsley , soy sauce , thyme , bay leaves and cloves.

Return to a boil.

Once a good boil is reached , reduce heat to a medium low simmer and cook for another 30 minutes.

Remove from heat , cover and let stand for 1 hour.

Remove the bay leaves and 2 cloves-discard.

Ladle soup into 4 oven safe bowls or ramekins.

Place one toast slice on top of each serving and divide cheese evenly on top of toast.

Place in oven set on broil.

While watching carefully allow cheese to melt and get bubble and just toasted.

Serve.

butter, white pepper, yellow onions, dry white wine, water, parsley, dark soy sauce, dried thyme, bay leaves, cloves, french bread, gouda cheese