Description
Tennessee Onions are a delectable and versatile dish that elevates the humble onion into a true culinary star. With their sweet, caramelized flavor and irresistible cheesy topping, these onions are sure to become a new family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 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
- A pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Arrange the sweet onion slices in the prepared baking dish, overlapping them slightly. Sprinkle the onions evenly with salt, garlic powder, oregano, smoked paprika, and a pinch of cayenne (if using).
- Dot the onions with the small pats of unsalted butter.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses evenly over the onions.
- 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-crispy top, you can broil the dish for 1 to 2 minutes at the end.
- Allow the Tennessee Onions to cool for 5 minutes, then serve them warm as a side dish or delectable burger topping.
Notes
Tennessee Onions are not only a delicious side dish but also a versatile topping that can elevate a variety of meals. They pair beautifully with burgers, grilled steaks, pork chops, and even roasted chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg