Melt-in-Your-Mouth Tennessee Onions: A Comfort Food Delight

These Tennessee Onions are a cheesy, flavorful side dish that embodies Southern comfort food, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 5

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: Southern

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Onions

2 large Sweet Onions (Vidalia or yellow) slice into ½ inch thick rings
4 tablespoons Butter can be swapped for olive oil

For the Seasoning

2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning use fresh herbs for better flavor
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For the Cheesy Layers

2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese can interchange with Monterey Jack
4 slices Provolone Cheese can experiment with sharp cheddar
1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese aged Gouda can be used

Equipment

9x13-inch casserole dish
Oven

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Start by peeling your sweet onions and slice them into ½ inch thick rings.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and butter a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
Layer onion slices in the casserole dish, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Dot with butter.
Spread shredded mozzarella cheese over the onions, followed by sliced provolone and grated Parmesan cheese.
Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes or until cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
Remove from oven and let rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Slice onions to ½ inch thickness for best texture. Prepare the dish ahead of time and refrigerate if needed.

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