Creamy Onion Soup

• 1 lb yellow onions, sliced
• 2 tbl butter or margarine
• 4 cups low sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• dash of pepper & dried thyme
• 1/4 tsp salt, optional
• 2 cups milk
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour

1. In a 3-qt saucepan over medium heat, sauté onions in butter. Add broth, pepper, thyme and salt if desired; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

2. In a separate bowl, mix together 1 2/3 cups milk and flour until smooth (you can sift the flour to avoid lumps); add to soup. Bring to a boil; boil and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Yield: 6 Servings