Melt the fat and brown the onions

• Melt the butter in a kettle over medium heat.
• Add the onions and cook until browned.

Add the flour

• Sprinkle in the flour and stir constantly.

Pour in the milk

• Add the milk a little at a time, stirring constantly to keep the mixture smooth.

Thicken the soup

• Cook, stirring, until the soup is hot and thickened.

Melt in the cheese

• Add the grated cheese and stir until fully combined.

Season and serve

• Season with salt, pepper and paprika.
• Serve hot.