Lithuanian Cracker Stuffing

Preheat oven to 350°F. Crumble the saltines into a large mixing bowl, breaking them into bite-sized pieces.

Melt 4 sticks of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Pour the softened onion and melted butter over the crumbled saltines, stirring to coat evenly.

Beat the 2 eggs in a small bowl, then add them to the saltine mixture and stir to combine.

Slowly pour the heated milk (with skim fat removed) into the mixture, stirring gently until the crackers are moistened but not mushy.

Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste, stirring well to distribute seasonings evenly.

Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Pour the 1 cup of boiling water around the edges of the baking dish to create a water bath.

Bake uncovered at 350°F for 30-35 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.