Step 1

Pre-heat the oven to 180ºC and grease a 20cm springform pan.

Step 2

Cream together the butter and cottage cheese until smooth and pale.

Step 3

Add the eggs, one a time, scraping down the bowl after each addition and mixing well.

Step 4

Add the sauteed onions, cheddar cheese and herbs and mix well. Scrape bowl again.

Step 5

Add the flour, baking powder, salt and pepper and mix until just combined.

Step 6

Transfer batter to prepared cake pan and top with onion rings.

Step 7

Place in the oven and allow to bake for 45 minutes - 1 hour until the top is golden brown and a skewer inserted comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 20-30 minutes until warm, but not hot.

Step 9

Slice and serve.