Savory Baked Tennessee Onions (Printer-Friendly Version)

Sweet onions layered with butter, cheese, and spices baked to golden perfection for a rich, comforting side dish.

# Required Ingredients:

01 - 3–4 large sweet onions (Vidalia or Walla Walla), sliced into 12 mm thick rings

02 - 45 g unsalted butter, cut into small pieces

03 - 170 g shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or a blend)

04 - 15 g grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

05 - 0.5 g garlic powder

06 - 0.5 g smoked paprika

07 - Salt, to taste

08 - Black pepper, to taste

09 - Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

01 - Preheat oven to 190°C. Lightly grease an 8×8 or 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

02 - Peel onions and slice them into 12 mm thick rings. Separate the rings and layer them evenly in the prepared baking dish.

03 - Sprinkle garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper evenly over the onion layers. Dot the surface with small pieces of butter.

04 - Distribute shredded cheese evenly over the onions. Optionally, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top for additional flavor.

05 - Cover the dish loosely with foil and bake for 25 minutes.

06 - Remove foil and continue baking for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly, golden, and onions are tender.

07 - Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot alongside grilled meats, burgers, or roasts.

01 - Use sweet onions like Vidalia or Walla Walla for a milder, sweeter flavor and uniform thickness for even cooking.

02 - Allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes after baking to set before serving.