Whitley " Goose "

Ingredients

• 4 onions, peeled and left whole
• 4 ounces cheddar cheese, grated (more if you wish)
• black pepper, freshly ground
• salt, to taste (optional)
• 2 teaspoons butter
• 2 cups whipping cream

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C/Gas 6).

2. 2

   Place the onions in a saucepan and cover with lightly salted water. Bring to the boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the onions are tender. Drain well and allow to cool a little.

3. 3

   Chop the onions roughly and mix with half the cheese. Season to taste with pepper, and salt if desired, to taste.

4. 4

   Butter an ovenproof dish and pour in the cream. Lightly stir in the onion mixture and top with the remaining cheese.

5. 5

   Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until golden.

6. 6

   Serve as an accompaniment to cold meat or ham or accompanied by crusty bread.