Description
Southern comfort meets cheesy indulgence in these Tennessee Onions, a mouthwatering side dish that elevates simple ingredients. Creamy, golden-brown layers of sweet onions blend perfectly with melted cheese, creating a crowd-pleasing companion to any main course you’ll want to savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3–4 sweet onions
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups shredded Italian blend cheese or shredded mozzarella
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Fats:
- 4 tablespoons (60 milliliters) unsalted butter, sliced thin
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating it to 350°F (175°C) and coat a 9×13-inch (23×33 centimeters) baking dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Carefully peel the outer layers of the onions, then slice them into delicate rings approximately 0.25 inches (0.6 centimeters) thick, gently separating each ring to ensure even cooking.
- Distribute the onion rings evenly across the prepared baking dish, creating a uniform layer that will cook consistently.
- Enhance the onions’ flavor profile by sprinkling a balanced mixture of garlic powder, Italian herb blend, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper across the surface.
- Strategically place small pats of unsalted butter across the seasoned onion rings, allowing the butter to melt and infuse rich, creamy notes throughout the dish.
- Create a luxurious cheese topping by generously layering shredded cheddar cheese, Italian blend cheese, and grated parmesan cheese over the seasoned onions, ensuring complete coverage.
- Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and cook for 25-30 minutes, watching for the cheese to become completely melted, bubbly, and develop a golden-brown color.
- Remove from the oven and allow the dish to rest for a few minutes before serving warm, allowing the flavors to settle and the cheese to set slightly.
Notes
- Elevate your side dish game with these mouth-watering Tennessee Onions that transform ordinary onions into a cheesy, flavor-packed sensation.
- Perfectly seasoned and layered with three types of cheese, this recipe turns humble onions into a crowd-pleasing masterpiece that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Pro tip: Use sweet Vidalia onions for an extra touch of natural sweetness that complements the rich, melted cheese blend.
- Slice onions uniformly to ensure even cooking and a beautiful presentation that looks as good as it tastes.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations or add crispy bacon bits for a personalized twist that makes this dish uniquely yours.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 570 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 26g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg