Tennessee Onions Recipe
Welcome back to the blog, food enthusiasts! Today, I’m excited to share a delightful and savory dish that is perfect for any occasion – Tennessee Onions. This recipe combines sweet onions with a medley of cheeses and seasonings, baked to perfection for a warm and comforting side dish. Let’s dive into the details of this delicious recipe.
Ingredients
- 3-4 sweet onions
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, sliced thin
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups shredded Italian blend cheese or shredded mozzarella
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Directions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Prepare a 9 x 13-inch baking dish by spraying it with non-stick cooking spray.
- Prepare the Onions: Remove the skins from the onions and slice them into thin slices, about 1/4-inch thick. Separate the sliced rounds into onion rings.
- Layer the Onions: Lay the onion rings into the prepared baking dish, spreading them out evenly.
- Season the Onions: Sprinkle the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and ground black pepper over the onions.
- Add the Butter: Place the thinly sliced pats of butter over the onions, ensuring even coverage.
- Add the Cheeses: Spread the shredded cheddar cheese over the onions, followed by the shredded Italian blend cheese (or mozzarella), and finally, sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Serve: Serve the Tennessee Onions warm as a delightful side dish.
Nutritional Information
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Calories: 350 kcal per serving
- Servings: 6 servings
Final Thoughts
Tennessee Onions are a fantastic way to elevate your side dish game. The sweet onions meld beautifully with the blend of cheeses and seasonings, creating a dish that’s both comforting and flavorful. Whether you’re serving this at a family dinner or bringing it to a potluck, it’s sure to be a hit.
Give this recipe a try and let me know how it turned out in the comments below. Don’t forget to share your photos on social media and tag me – I’d love to see your creations!
Happy cooking!
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Tennessee Onions Recipe
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Ingredients
3–4 sweet onions
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, sliced thin
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups shredded Italian blend cheese or shredded mozzarella
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
Remove the onion skins and slice the onions into thin slices, about 1/4-inch thick. Separate the sliced rounds into onion rings.
Lay the onions into the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle the garlic powder, Italian seasonings, salt, and pepper over the onions.
Spread the pats of butter over the onions.
Spread the shredded cheddar cheese over the onions, followed by the Italian blend cheese, then the parmesan cheese.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden brown.
Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 Kcal