saute onion on low to med heat. with 2 tablespoons butter until caramelized, 15-20 min and set aside

stir together luke warm water, sugar, salt and yeast let it "bloom" (let yeast work, it will become a bit foamy, and be very fragrant)

wait about 5 mins

add egg, flour, and milk and 2 tablespoons of melted butter

mix together, stir for 3 mins

add in onions

stir in a additional 1 1/2 - 2 cups of flour to make dough stiff

place dough on well floured surface

lightly knead, until no longer sticky, may need a bit more flour

divide into 8 parts

cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm place until very light or doubled in size 45-60 mins

bake at 375 for 12-15 mins or until golden brown