Tennessee Onions
A delightful dish combining sweet Vidalia onions with rich cheeses and savory herbs, creating a warm and inviting side dish or appetizer that is a crowd-pleaser.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 300kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3-4 pieces Vidalia sweet onions, peeled and sliced into 1⁄4-inch rounds Juicy, aromatic, and sweet; these onions are the star of the show.
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Creamy, sharp, and wonderfully satisfying.
- 1 cup shredded Italian blend cheese A melange of flavors that marries beautifully with the other ingredients.
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Nutty and salty, it complements the other cheeses perfectly.
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, sliced into pats Adds richness and helps achieve that golden crust.
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness of the onions and enhances all the flavors.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Provides a savory, fragrant undertone that enhances the overall flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Adds an earthy herbaceous note that rounds out this dish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish by spraying it generously with non-stick spray.
- Layer the sliced onions evenly in the dish, keeping them in their natural round shape.
- Sprinkle the onions with salt, garlic powder, and oregano.
- Place butter pats evenly over the onions.
- Add the Italian blend cheese and cheddar evenly on top.
- Sprinkle Parmesan last.
Baking
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the cheese is golden and bubbling.
- Serve warm right out of the oven.
Notes
For leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in a preheated oven or microwave. You can substitute Vidalia onions with yellow onions or shallots, or add sautéed mushrooms for flavor.