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Tennessee Onions

Heavenly Tennessee Onions: A Cheesy Southern Delight

These Cheesy Tennessee Onions are a comforting side dish that transforms humble ingredients into a delicious indulgence.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Onion Layers
  • 4 large Sweet Onions (Vidalia or yellow) Avoid red onions for baking.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Olive oil works well for a lighter touch.
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning Feel free to swap with your favorite individual herbs.
  • to taste Salt Essential for elevating the overall taste.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for elevating the overall taste.
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Provides creamy texture.
  • 4 slices Provolone Cheese Adds depth and complexity.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Creates a golden, crispy crust.

Equipment

  • Casserole Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Tennessee Onions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly butter a medium-sized casserole dish.
  2. Peel the sweet onions and slice them into ½ inch thick rings. Lay them flat in the casserole dish.
  3. Sprinkle the onions with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Dot with small pats of butter.
  4. Add shredded mozzarella cheese over the seasoned onions, then layer with provolone cheese.
  5. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top to form a golden crust.
  6. Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
  7. Broil for an additional 2 minutes for extra crispness, watching closely to avoid burning.
  8. Let cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 9gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Tennessee Onions make a wonderful side dish for any meal and can be customized with different cheeses.

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