in lg. sauce pan saute onions in oliv oil until well browned (about 30-40 min)

add sugar about 10 min into the process to help carmelization

add garlic and saute for 1 min

add stock, whine and thyme

cover partially and simmer until flavors are well blended about 30 min.

preheat oven to 350°F

season to taste with salt and pepper

ladle soup into bowls cover with the toast and sprinkle with cheese

put into broiler for 10 min. at 350°F or until the cheese bubbles and is slightly browned

serve immediately