Heat butter and oil in a stockpot over medium heat until butter melts. Add onions; cook for 20 to 30 minutes, until dark golden. Add broth, bay leaves, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Discard bay leaves. Ladle soup into 6 oven-safe soup bowls; top each with a slice of bread and sprinkle with cheese. Set bowls on a sturdy baking sheet. Broil until cheese is melted and golden.
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