2 (16 oz.) cans stewed tomatoes
1/3 c. butter
1/4 c. tomato ketchup
2 tbsp. sugar
1/4 tsp. black pepper
24 saltine crackers, crushed
1 sm. onion, chopped or grated
1/2 c. sharp Cheddar cheese, optional

Place butter in 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish, mix all ingredients well. Pour into dish. Bake 35-40 minutes in 325 degree oven, or until lightly brown on edges. Garnish with whole saltines or cheese. If using cheese, put back into oven and let cheese melt. Serves 6-8 people.