Tennessee Onions: Cheesy Comfort for Every Home Cook

These Tennessee Onions are a cheesy comfort dish that transforms sweet Vidalia onions into a savory delight, perfect for any meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Side Dishes

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Onion Base

4 cups Vidalia Sweet Onions Sliced
4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Sliced
1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Substitute with fresh minced garlic if desired
1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Other herbs can be used

For the Cheesy Topping

2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Optional substitutes include Gouda or mozzarella
2 cups Shredded Italian Blend Cheese For gooey texture
1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese For crispy topping

Equipment

Baking Dish
Oven

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
Slice the Vidalia sweet onions evenly and layer them in the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle a light dusting of salt, garlic powder, and dried oregano over the onions.
Dot the top layer of onions with sliced pats of unsalted butter.
Evenly sprinkle a mix of shredded Italian blend cheese and cheddar cheese on top of the onions.
Generously layer grated Parmesan cheese over the other cheeses.
Bake for 35–40 minutes until the cheese is golden brown and bubbling.
Serve warm and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 10gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For best results, choose Vidalia sweet onions and season each layer evenly. Consider varying the cheese choices for a unique flavor.

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