Onion Soup

Ingredients

 * 1) 4 cups to 6 c. thinly sliced onions
 * 2) 2 teaspoons olive oil
 * 3) pinch salt
 * 4) 6 cups water or vegetable stock
 * 5) salt, soy sauce, or light miso to taste
 * 6) sliced scallion or minced parsley -- for garnish

Directions
In a heavy pot, saute onions in oil over medium-low heat. Add salt to prevent sticking, and stir frequently.

Cover pot with a lid, but leave it slightly ajar. Onions should saute for 30 minutes to 1 hour. They will reduce to about a third of their original volume and become sweet and golden.

Add water or stock along with the bouquet garni. Simmer at least 30 minutes. Remove bouquet garni.

Season soup with extra salt, soy sauce, or miso if desired.