Tennessee Onion Soup
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons oil
6 cups sliced onions
1/3 cup Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey
1/4 teaspoon thyme
6 cups beef broth
6 slices toasted French bread
1 1/2 cups shredded smoked Cheddar cheese
Heat butter and oil in large soup pot. Cover and cook onions
over low heat about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until
it is a rich brown color. Stir in Jack Daniel's Tennessee
Whiskey, thyme and broth. Season to taste with salt and
pepper. Simmer 15-to-20 minutes. Ladle into ovenproof bowls.
Top each with a slice of French bread and a sprinkle of
cheese. Broil until cheese is melted and bubbly. Makes 6
servings