Sweet Onion Casserole Variation Two

2 large onions,sliced 1/4 inch thick

4 slices day old bread, cut into cubes

3/4 cup grated cheddar cheese

2 eggs, beaten

3/4 cup milk

3/4 tsp salt

1/8 tsp pepper

Cayenne pepper to taste

Butter or margarine

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place onion slices in a large saucepan,

add enough water to cover and parboil for 10 minutes; drain. Place half of

onions into a 8x8 baking dish that's been coated with nonstick cooking spray.

Layer with half of the bread crumbs and half the cheese. Repeat with the

remaining onions, breadcubes and cheese. In a medium sized bowl, combine the

eggs, milk, salt and black pepper. Pour mixture over the top layer. Sprinkle

with cayenne pepper and dot with butter. Place baking dish into a larger baking

dish; add hot water to the outer dish halfway up the side of the inside dish

(like making a custard). Bake for 40 minutes, until golden. Serves 4

Note: This is a great make ahead dish. Just warm up in the microwave