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Tennessee Onions

Savory Tennessee Onions: Comfort Food Made Easy

Tennessee Onions are a delicious, cheesy side dish that embodies comfort food bliss, perfect for potlucks or barbecues.
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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 Dishes
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Onion Layer
  • 4 large Vidalia Onions Substitute with Walla Walla or Maui onions if needed.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Feel free to use salted butter for extra flavor.
For the Cheese Blend
  • 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese Shredded.
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese Shredded.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated.
For Flavor Enhancement
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Or adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Or dried thyme or oregano.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Paprika Optional.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice the Vidalia onions into thick rings, about ¼-inch wide.
  3. In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, layer the onion rings, overlapping slightly.
  4. Drizzle melted unsalted butter over the onions and sprinkle with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Combine sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack, and Parmesan cheeses and sprinkle over the seasoned onions.
  6. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
  8. Allow to cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Make ahead by refrigerating before baking, and reheat in the oven for best results.

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