4 c. (1 lb.) thinly sliced onion
4 med. (2 lb.) tomatoes, peeled & sliced
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. dried basil leaves
6 slices processed American cheese, cut in half
1/2 c. bread crumbs
3 tbsp. butter, melted

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease 1 1/2 quart casserole.

In one inch of boiling water in medium saucepan, cook onion covered for 10 minutes; drain. In prepared casserole layer, in order, half of tomatoes and onion. Sprinkle with half of salt, pepper and basil. Top with half of cheese. Repeat. Toss bread crumbs with melted butter. Sprinkle over top of cheese. Bake uncovered 30 to 35 minutes.