French Onion Crostini

Directions

1. 1
   In large, heavy pot or skillet, warm 1/4 cup olive oil over medium-low heat.
2. 2
   Add the onions and 1 sprig thyme and cook, stirring every 10 minutes or so (if they start sticking to the pan, add a splash of water), for about 1 1/2 hours.
3. 3
   Season to taste with salt and pepper.
4. 4
   Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
5. 5
   Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush on both sides with the remaining 2 T olive oil.
6. 6
   Season with salt and pepper.
7. 7
   Bake until crisp, 10-15 minutes.
8. 8
   Place about 1 T cheese on each toast; bake until the cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.
9. 9
   Remove the leaves from the remaining thyme sprig and chop.
10. 10
    Top each toast with the carmelized onions and chopped thyme.