Madeira Onion Soup 3 Pounds Yellow Onion -- Sliced 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil 1 Tablespoon Butter 6 Whole Cloves 1 Teaspoon Paprika 5 Cups Beef Broth Salt And Pepper -- To Taste 4 Large Eggs -- Slightly Beaten 1/4 Cup Madeira Saute onions in oil and butter until lightly browned about 15 minutes. Add cloves, paprika and broth. Cover and simmer for 1 hour. Uncover and simmer for 30 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Mix a bit of hot broth into the eggs. Stir into kettle. Cook for 4 minutes. Add Madeira, stir and serve.