A great side dish from childhood.

Gourmet Onions

5 medium onions, sliced
1/2 teaspoon msg (optional)
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup butter
1/2 cup cooking sherry
2 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Season onion slices with msg, sugar, pepper and salt. Saute in butter over medium/high heat until barely tender, about 5-8 minutes, stirring to separate rings. Add sherry and cook quickly, 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese and serve.