Flavorful Tennessee Sweet Onions

𝑇𝑒𝑛𝑛𝑒𝑠𝑠𝑒𝑒 𝑂𝑛𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑠

𝗜𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀:

3 large sweet onions, thinly sliced 🧅
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 🧀
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 🧀
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated 🧀
1/2 cup mayonnaise 🥄
1/4 cup sour cream 🥛
1 teaspoon garlic powder 🧄
1/2 teaspoon paprika 🌶️
Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
1/2 cup breadcrumbs 🍞
2 tablespoons butter, melted 🧈
Fresh parsley for garnish 🌿

𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:

1. Preheat the oven and prepare the onions 🔥🧅: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Thinly slice the sweet onions 🧅 into uniform rings and set them aside. Sweet onions, such as Vidalia or Walla Walla, work best for this dish due to their mild and natural sweetness, which pairs perfectly with the creamy cheese sauce. 🍴🧅

2. Mix the creamy cheese sauce 🧀🥛: In a large bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella 🧀, shredded cheddar 🧀, grated Parmesan 🧀, mayonnaise 🥄, and sour cream 🥛. Add the garlic powder 🧄, paprika 🌶️, and a pinch of salt and pepper 🧂 to the mixture. Stir everything together until smooth and creamy. This rich and cheesy mixture is what makes these onions so indulgent and flavorful! 🧀✨

3. Layer the onions and cheese mixture 🍛🧅: In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, arrange the sliced onions 🧅 in an even layer, slightly overlapping them. Pour the creamy cheese mixture over the onions, spreading it out evenly with a spatula to cover all the onion slices. The sauce will melt and coat the onions as it bakes, creating a deliciously creamy, cheesy dish. 🧑‍🍳🧅

4. Prepare the breadcrumb topping 🍞🧈: In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs 🍞 and melted butter 🧈, stirring until the breadcrumbs are fully coated in the butter. This topping adds a satisfying crunch to the dish, providing a wonderful contrast to the creamy onions. Sprinkle the buttered breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the onions and cheese mixture, ensuring the entire surface is covered for that golden, crispy finish. 🌟🍽️

5. Bake the Tennessee Onions 🍛🔥: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the onions are tender, the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the breadcrumbs are golden brown. The dish should be fragrant with the aroma of melted cheese and roasted onions. If you like an extra-crispy top, you can switch on the broiler for the last 2 minutes—just be sure to keep an eye on it so it doesn’t burn! 🧑‍🍳🔥

6. Garnish and serve 🍽️🌿: Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley 🌿 for a pop of color and added freshness. Serve the Tennessee Onions hot as a side dish alongside grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or your favorite comfort foods. These onions are creamy, cheesy, and perfectly crunchy, making them a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! 😋🧅🍽️

𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟭𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 | 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟯𝟱 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 | 𝗧𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟰𝟱 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀

𝗞𝗰𝗮𝗹: 𝟯𝟮𝟬 𝗸𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 | 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀: 𝟲 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀

~ 𝑫𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍𝒅 𝑹𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒑𝒆𝒔