Vidalia Onion Casserole

Ingredients:

6 T. unsalted butter
8 c. chopped Vidalia or other sweet onion (about 6)
2/3 c raw long-grain white rice
1 ½ c. grated Swiss cheese
1 c half and half
3 T dry white vermouth
S & P to taste

Directions:

325 oven. Greased 3 qt. casserole

Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook slowly, stirring frequently, until very soft and translucent, about 20 min.

In meantime, cook rice for 5 minutes in a pot of boiling water. Drain well and stir into sautéed onions. Add the cheese, half and half, and vermouth. Season with S & P.

Transfer to prepared casserole. Bake, uncovered until the rice is tender and the top is crusty brown, 1 – 1 ¼ hours. Let cool a few minutes.

Makes 8 servings

Thanks Hank Phillippi Ryan!