This section is from the book "The Cook's Guide", by Semper Fidelis Circle. Also available from Amazon: The Cook's Guide.
Fry 1 tablespoon minced onion to a light brown in 2 tablespoons butter. Heat 1 cup strained tomatoes, 2 teaspoons sugar, salt and pepper; add 3 beaten eggs, the butter and onion, and cook until thick and creamy, stirring all the time. Pour over slices of toast, and, if liked, sprinkle with grated cheese.
In a well buttered baking dish, place layers of sliced fresh tomatoes well covered with bread crumbs, salt, pepper and bits of butter, having the top layer of crumbs. Bake 3/4 hour.
Peel tomatoes and cut out center; fill the opening with breadcrumbs seasoned with butter, salt and pepper, a little onion if desired, and bake.
Cut into small pieces, put in a dish with salt, pepper, butter and 2 tablespoons water. Cover closely and bake for about 20 minutes.
 
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