Cheesy Tennessee Onions - A Comfort Food Delight

Experience the delightful blend of sweet, cheesy flavors in Tennessee Onions, the perfect comfort food side dish.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 5

Total Time 50

Servings: 6 portions

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Southern

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Onions

2 large Sweet Vidalia or Yellow Onions Caramelizes beautifully for sweetness.
2 tablespoons Butter Rich flavor; olive oil is a lighter alternative.

For the Cheese Layer

2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Gooey base for the dish.
4 slices Provolone Cheese Creamy richness.
1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Golden crusty topping.

For Seasoning

1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Infuses herbal goodness.
to taste Salt Essential for flavor balance.
to taste Pepper Essential for flavor balance.

Equipment

Casserole Dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Tennessee Onions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease the casserole dish with butter.
Peel onions and slice into ½-inch thick rings, arranging them in a single layer in the dish.
Sprinkle salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning over the onions, adding small pats of butter.
Layer shredded mozzarella, followed by provolone slices, and finish with grated Parmesan.
Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Broil for an additional 2 minutes for extra crispiness, watching closely to prevent burning.
Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Slicing to ½ inch thick helps onions hold shape; chill before baking if preparing in advance; experiment with cheese variations.

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