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Tennessee Onions

Cheesy Tennessee Onions: Comfort in Every Gooey Bite

Cheesy Tennessee Onions highlight gooey cheese and sweet caramelized onions, making them an irresistible side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Onions
  • 4 large Vidalia Onions Substitute with any sweet onion if Vidalias are unavailable.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Use regular salted butter if unsalted is unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used for a stronger taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can offer a different, smoky twist.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to taste based on personal preference.
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust to taste based on personal preference.
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese (e.g., Mozzarella and Cheddar) Substitute with any melting cheese for different flavors.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Omit if needed or replace with a similar hard cheese.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Peel and slice the Vidalia onions into 1/4-inch thick rings, separating each ring as you go.
  3. Arrange the onion rings in the prepared baking dish, slightly overlapping them.
  4. Melt the unsalted butter and drizzle it over the onion rings.
  5. Sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper evenly over the onions.
  6. Top with shredded cheese and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  7. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving; garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish caters to comfort food cravings and is a versatile addition to any meal.

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