Sweet Vidalia Onion Pie

1 ½ cups crushed buttery round crackers

⅓ cup butter, melted

2 tablespoons butter

2 cups sliced sweet onions

2 eggs

¾ cup half-and-half

¾ teaspoon salt

⅛ teaspoon ground white pepper

¼ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

In a medium bowl, mix together crushed crackers and 1/3 cup melted butter. Press mixture firmly into a 9 inch pie pan and set aside.

Heat a medium skillet over medium heat. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in skillet and saute onions until translucent and tender but not brown. Spread into prepared crust.

In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, half-and-half, salt, and white pepper. Pour mixture over onions then sprinkle top with shredded cheese.

Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, until center is set. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.