Onion Cheese Soup

Ingredients1 large onion, chopped
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pepper to taste
4 cups milk
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
Seasoned salad croutons
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

In a large saucepan, saute the onion in butter.
Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended.
Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir
for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Stir in cheese until melted. Serve with croutons
and Parmesan cheese if desired.
Yield: 6 servings.