Ingredients:
1/2 cup butter
3 lbs coarsely chopped sweet onions ( Texas 1015; Vidalia, or Maui Sweets)
1 cup shredded swiss cheese
1 cup half-and-half cream
3 cups cooked rice
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
salt
white pepper
paprika
Directions:
Melt butter in a large heavy saucepan over medium-low heat.
Add onions and cook until golden brown, stirring frequently, about 30 minutes.
Mix in cheese and cream, then rice, parsley, salt and pepper.
Turn mixture into a buttered 13×9 inch baking dish.
Sprinkle with paprika.
Bake at 325 F until onions are golden, about 1 hour.
NOTE: Dish can be prepared one day ahead.
Cover dish and refrigerate.
Bring to room temperature before baking.
Servings: 12
Time preparation: 35 min.
Time total: 95 min.