Ingredients

• 2 purple onions, sliced (reduce to 1 1/2 if you aren't fond of onions)
• 1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 1 (6 ounce) package croutons, you choose the flavor depending on your preference
• 6 large tomatoes, sliced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried whole basil
• 3 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded (12 oz)

Instructions

1. Saute the onion in butter in a large skillet for 5 minutes. Add the croutons, and saute for 3 minutes. Set aside.

2. Place the tomato slices in a bowl. Sprinkle with the salt, pepper, and basil; toss gently.

3. Spoon half of the reserved onion mixture into a greased 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish. Arrange half of the tomato slices over the onion mixture; sprinkle with half the cheese. Repeat the layers.

4. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes or until it is hot and bubbly.