Description
Tennessee Onions are a delightful Southern side dish that features thick slices of sweet onions baked to perfection with a blend of creamy cheeses and savory seasonings. This easy recipe elevates any meal, making it perfect for family dinners, barbecues, or holiday gatherings. With its rich flavor and comforting texture, Tennessee Onions are a crowd-pleaser that outshines traditional onion rings. Enjoy these cheesy baked onions as a versatile accompaniment to grilled meats, pasta dishes, or even as a standalone appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large sweet onions (such as Vidalia), sliced into ½-inch rings
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Arrange sliced onions in an even layer in the dish, ensuring the rings are separated.
- Drizzle melted butter over the onions and sprinkle with garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Layer the shredded cheeses evenly over the top.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg