Easy Onion Soup

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             FOOD FUNNY
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Here's a good one from Rosemary Zwick:

After many years of trying, the Russian family was finally able to bring
grandpa to America to live with them. The old gentleman could only speak
Russian. Each day when the family members were at work grandpa would
spend his time in the park, walking, watching the children play, and
feeding the ducks a few crumbs he brought along. So that he would be
able to get a little something to eat they taught him to say, "Apple pie, coffee."

Each day he would go to the nearby deli, climb on a stool at the counter
and say to the counterman, "Apple pie, coffee." This worked well for him
until one day he decided that he just couldn't take another piece of
apple pie. So the family taught him to say, "Ham sandwich, coke."

He went to the park the next day looking forward to being able to order
a ham sandwich instead of apple pie. Smiling to himself he climbed onto
the stool at the counter and waited his turn. When the counterman asked
for his order he proudly said, "Ham sandwich, coke."

To which the counterman asked, "White or rye?"

The old man replied, "Um, apple pie, coffee."

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             TODAY'S RECIPE
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This is one of the least expensive soups imaginable, and water can be
used for the liquid with excellent results. The crouton garnish may be
omitted for an even more economical dish.

Easy Onion Soup

3 Tbs (45 ml) butter
4 - 6 large onions, thinly sliced
6 cups (1.5 L) beef broth, chicken broth, or water
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
4 - 6 slices French bread, toasted
1 cup (250 ml) grated Gruyere or Swiss cheese

Heat the butter in a large pot over moderate heat. Saute the onions
until dark golden brown, stirring frequently. Add the liquid, season
with salt and pepper, and simmer covered for 30 minutes. Place the
toasted French bread on a baking sheet and sprinkle with the grated
cheese. Place under a preheated broiler until the cheese is melted.
Place a piece of the cheese toast on the surface of each portion and serve immediately.
Serves 4 to 6.
Received on Mon Oct 27 23:40:10 2008