1 lg. eggplant
1/2 c. grated cheese
1/4 stick butter
1 egg, beaten
1 tsp. salt and pepper
1 c. cracker crumbs
3 tbsp. milk
Pinch soda
1/4 c. onion (optional)

Boil eggplant in small amount of water until soft; mash. Add remaining ingredients. Pour into greased casserole and bake for 30 minutes at 375 degrees until brown. Makes 5 or 6 servings.