2 bags California mix, thawed & drained
2 cans mushroom soup
2 c. shredded cheddar cheese
2/3 c. sour cream
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 can French fried onions

Mix ingredients keeping out some cheese and onions. Bake in 9"x13" pan in 350 degree oven for 30 minutes. Add remaining cheese and onions on top and cook 5 minutes longer.