Onion Gratin

Directions

1. 1
   Bring a pot of water to a boil and add salt.
2. 2
   Preheat the oven to 400F.
3. 3
   Drop the onions into the water and leave them there for a minute.
4. 4
   Peel them, then put them in a buttered ovenproof dish large enough to hold them in one layer.
5. 5
   Sprinkle them with salt, pepper, and a little nutmeg, then pour the cream over all.
6. 6
   Bake until the top is brown and the onions are soft, about 30 minutes.