Description
Discover the Delights of Tennessee Onions: The Ultimate Baked Onion Dish
Ingredients
- 3 to 4 large sweet onions, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 4 tablespoon unsalted butter, cut into small pats
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Arrange the sliced sweet onions in the prepared baking dish, slightly overlapping the layers. Sprinkle the onions evenly with the salt, garlic powder, oregano, smoked paprika, and a pinch of cayenne pepper (if using).
3. Dot the onions with the small pats of unsalted butter, ensuring even coverage.
4. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses over the onions, creating a delicious blanket of melted goodness.
5. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the onions are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly. For an extra-browned top, consider broiling the dish for 1 to 2 minutes at the end.
6. Let the Tennessee Onions cool for 5 minutes, then serve warm as a side dish or a tasty topping for burgers, steaks, or other savory entrees.
Notes
Experiment with different cheese combinations to suit your taste preferences. Consider incorporating diced bell peppers or sliced mushrooms for added flavor and texture. Adjust the spice level by increasing cayenne pepper or adding diced jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg