Cheese-Crusted Barbecued Beans

Ingredients:

1 medium Vidalia onions, coarsely chopped

1 clove of garlic, minced

2 Tablespoons vegetable oil

4 (16-ounce) cans plain baked beans, drained

1/2 cup catsup

1/4 cup light molasses

1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1/2 cup dry bread crumbs

2 Tablespoons melted butter or margarine

Directions:

Saute the onions and garlic in the oil in a saucepan for 5 minutes or until golden brown and tender. Remove from heat. Stir in the beans, catsup and molasses. Spoon into a 2-quart baking dish. Combine the cheese, bread crumbs and butter in a bowl and mix well. Sprinkle over the bean mixture. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until brown and bubbly.

Note: Sweet onions, such as Vidalia, are usually only available seasonally. More robust onions can be sweetened by soaking in milk for several minutes after slicing or chopping.

Serves: 12 - 16