French Onion Meatballs with Caramelized Onion Sauce - Quickie Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil.
• 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced.
• 3 ounces water.
• 1/2 teaspoon salt.
• 2 tablespoons butter.
• 1 1/2 pounds ground chuck.
• 1/4 cup milk.
• 3/4 cup Italian breadcrumbs.
• 5 cloves garlic paste.
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme.
• 1 teaspoon salt.
• 1 teaspoon black pepper.
• 2 large eggs.
• 4 cloves minced garlic.
• 1 1/2 tablespoons flour.
• 1/2 cup dry red wine.
• 2 cups chicken stock.
• 1 tablespoon brandy (optional).
• 2 cups Swiss cheese.
• 12 slices baguette.