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Tennessee Onions

Savory Tennessee Onions: A Must-Try Comfort Food Side Dish

Experience the sweet flavors of Tennessee Onions, a comforting side dish that perfectly complements any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Onions
  • 4 medium Vidalia Onions Substitute with Texas Sweet or Walla Walla if necessary.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Use for greasing the baking dish.
For the Cheese Toppings
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Feel free to swap with any other melty cheese variant.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Adjust flavor according to preference.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated or shredded options work well.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Leaves Fresh thyme can be substituted for more flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be also used.
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun Seasoning Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dry Mustard Omit if unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor balance.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350ºF (177ºC) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with a small amount of unsalted butter.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine dried thyme leaves, garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, dry mustard, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
  3. Slice the Vidalia onions and place them in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over them and toss to coat.
  4. Transfer the seasoned onions into the greased baking dish, spreading them out evenly.
  5. Place pats of unsalted butter over the onions, followed by a layer of mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
  6. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil, sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure even distribution of seasoning for optimal flavor. Baking time may vary, so check for desired softness. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.

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