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Tennessee Onions Recipe

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Tennessee Onions is a flavorful baked side dish featuring sweet Vidalia onions layered with a blend of cheddar, Monterey Jack, and Parmesan cheeses, seasoned with garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Baked until bubbly and golden, this comforting dish pairs perfectly with a variety of main courses.

Ingredients

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Onions

  • 3 large sweet onions (such as Vidalia), sliced into ½-inch rings

Cheese

  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Seasonings and Butter

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prepare it for the onions.
  2. Arrange Onions: Place the sliced sweet onion rings evenly in the baking dish, separating the rings so they lay flat and cook uniformly.
  3. Add Butter and Seasoning: Drizzle the melted unsalted butter evenly over the onions. Then sprinkle the garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper evenly on top to season the dish.
  4. Add Cheese Toppings: Evenly distribute the shredded cheddar, Monterey Jack, and grated Parmesan cheeses over the onion layers, covering them thoroughly.
  5. Initial Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes to allow the onions to soften and the cheese to melt evenly.
  6. Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese topping is golden brown and bubbly.
  7. Cool and Serve: Let the dish cool slightly before serving to allow the cheese to set a bit. Enjoy this cheesy, savory Tennessee Onion side dish!

Notes

  • Use sweet onions like Vidalia for best flavor and natural sweetness.
  • Separate onion rings well to ensure even cooking and cheese coverage.
  • Covering with foil in the first baking phase prevents cheese from burning while onions soften.
  • Letting the dish rest after baking helps the cheese firm up slightly for easier serving.
  • You can substitute other mild cheeses if desired, but the combination here offers a great balance of flavor and meltiness.

Keywords: Tennessee Onions, baked onions, cheesy onion side dish, Vidalia onion recipe, southern side dish

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