#3186 - Baked French Onion Bread

(by Shirley McNevich)

4 TBSP butter + extra for spreading
2 large onions (sliced and separated into rings--more if you wish)
1 loaf French bread (sliced into thick slices)
salt and pepper (to your taste)
1 bag shredded mozzarella cheese

In a skillet over medium heat add 4 TBSP butter--melt. Add onions and salt/pepper--cook/stir until onions are caramelized. Drain off any liquid, then spread the onions on to paper towels to catch any remaining grease. Slice the French bread into thick slices. Butter the bread slices and place them on cookie sheets (butter side up). Use tongs to spread the caramelized onions on to the tops of the bread slices. Spread shredded mozzarella cheese over the onions. Bake at 400 degrees for 12-14 minutes or until bread has crisped and cheese is melted and browned.