Description
Southern comfort meets cheesy indulgence with Tennessee Onions, a mouthwatering side dish that elevates humble ingredients into a crowd-pleasing sensation. Layers of sweet onions, melted cheese, and savory seasonings create a irresistible complement to any main course you’ll want to savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 large sweet onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) butter, melted
- 1/2 cup (56 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) Parmesan cheese, grated
Seasoning Ingredients:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the baking vessel by coating with a light layer of cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Arrange thinly sliced onions in an even, overlapping pattern across the bottom of the dish, creating a delicate base layer.
- Drizzle melted butter generously over the onion arrangement, ensuring complete coverage for maximum flavor infusion.
- Liberally distribute Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses across the buttered onion surface, creating a rich, tangy coating.
- Season the cheese-covered onions with a balanced sprinkle of salt and freshly cracked black pepper to enhance the overall taste profile.
- Transfer the prepared dish to a preheated oven at 350°F and allow to roast for approximately 30-35 minutes, watching for a golden-brown transformation and tender onion texture.
- Once the onions have caramelized and the cheese has melted into a bubbling, appetizing crust, remove from the oven.
- Garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley to add a bright, herbal finish and visual appeal before serving immediately.
Notes
- Slice onions uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Use sweet onions like Vidalia for a milder, more caramelized flavor that melts in your mouth.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations like sharp cheddar or gruyere for added depth and complexity.
- For a low-carb or keto-friendly version, replace traditional cheeses with high-fat options and ensure all ingredients align with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 263 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 212 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg