Best 16 Blue Cheese Onions Recipes

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**Blue Cheese Onions: A Savory and Indulgent Treat**

Crispy onion rings get an irresistible upgrade with the addition of tangy blue cheese, creating a delectable appetizer or side dish. Indulge in a symphony of flavors and textures as the sharp, salty cheese perfectly complements the sweet caramelized onions, encased in a golden-brown, crispy coating. Discover two tantalizing recipes inside this article: the classic Blue Cheese Onion Rings and the unique Blue Cheese Stuffed Onion Rings. Both recipes offer step-by-step instructions, making it easy for home cooks to replicate this restaurant-quality dish in their own kitchens. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this extraordinary culinary creation.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PIZZA WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS, FIGS, BACON AND BLUE CHEESE



Pizza With Caramelized Onions, Figs, Bacon and Blue Cheese image

Here is a recipe for pizza that calls to mind - at least this mind - the joys of car travel through southeastern France, where pizzas such as this are available at all the imaginary cafes in small towns near the Italian border. It certainly tastes as if it comes from that region and, if you close your eyes as you eat it, you can almost imagine yourself halfway through a drive from Aix to Turin. The time spent caramelizing the onions is more than worth it, so do it the day before you intend to make the pie. Which is when, as it happens, you should make the dough as well. And we have a recipe for that as well - a version adapted from the team behind the magical Roberta's Pizza in Brooklyn.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     dinner, pizza and calzones, times classics, main course

Time 1h30m

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons butter
1 large Spanish onion
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
2 bay leaves
Kosher salt
4 thick slices bacon, cut into 1/4-inch thick batons
1 ball pizza dough
Flour, for dusting surface
12 dried mission figs, stems trimmed, cut into quarters or small pieces
3/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola
Extra-virgin olive oil, to drizzle
Freshly cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • At least 45 minutes before cooking, preheat the oven and pizza stone to 550 degrees.
  • Melt the butter in a large sauté pan over high heat. Add the onions, thyme and bay leaves. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring often, until the onions begin to wilt. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions have softened and turn a deep, golden brown, about 25 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Remove the bay leaves and transfer the onions to a small bowl.
  • Place the bacon in the pan and set over high heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until brown and crispy. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a small bowl.
  • Place the pizza dough on a heavily floured surface and stretch and pull, using your hands or a rolling pin, into about a 14-inch round. Place on a lightly floured pizza peel or rimless baking sheet. Cover with the toppings, careful not to press on the dough and weigh it down: the caramelized onions first, then the figs and bacon, and finally the Gorgonzola, leaving roughly a 1/2 inch border. Shake the pizza peel slightly to make sure the dough is not sticking. Carefully slide the pizza directly onto the baking stone in one quick, forward-and-back motion. Cook until the crust has browned on the bottom and the top is bubbling and browning in spots, about 7 minutes. Drizzle with a little olive oil and some cracked black pepper. Serve hot. Makes 1 pizza.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1193, UnsaturatedFat 32 grams, Carbohydrate 131 grams, Fat 63 grams, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 27 grams, Sodium 1671 milligrams, Sugar 55 grams, TransFat 1 gram

GRILLED POTATO SALAD WITH WATERCRESS, GREEN ONIONS, AND BLUE CHEESE VINAIGRETTE



Grilled Potato Salad with Watercress, Green Onions, and Blue Cheese Vinaigrette image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     Salad     Potato     Side     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup Sherry wine vinegar
1 large shallot, chopped
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
12 medium red-skinned potatoes, unpeeled (about 2 3/4 pounds)
Additional olive oil
2 bunches watercress, stems trimmed
3 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine vinegar, shallot, and mustard in medium bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Mix in cheese. Season vinaigrette to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling salted water until almost tender, about 16 minutes. Drain; cool completely. Cut potatoes into 1/4- to 1/2-inch-thick rounds. Brush rounds on both sides with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Arrange watercress on platter. Grill potatoes until golden and cooked through, about 3 minutes per side.
  • Mound warm potatoes atop watercress; sprinkle with green onions. Spoon vinaigrette over potatoes.

GRILLED BLUE CHEESE STUFFED ONIONS



Grilled Blue Cheese Stuffed Onions image

These onions are mild, easy to make, and are a great side dish! Goes great with steaks, kebabs, burgers, etc.

Provided by SHARON1026

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Onion

Time 45m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 sweet onion (such as Vidalia®)
3 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Cut off enough from the bottom of the onion for it to sit flat. Scoop out 1/3 of the flesh starting from the top of the onion. Fill the core with blue cheese.
  • Wrap the onion in aluminum foil and grill, blue cheese-side-up, until tender, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 362.2 mg, Sugar 9.8 g

BBQ SHRIMP PIZZA WITH ONIONS, BACON AND JACK BLUE CHEESE COLESLAW



BBQ Shrimp Pizza with Onions, Bacon and Jack Blue Cheese Coleslaw image

Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound refrigerated or frozen pizza crust or bread dough, thawed according to package directions if frozen
1 cup prepared barbecue sauce
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onions
8 cooked shrimp, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 slices turkey bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled
1/2 cup sliced black olives
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 cup raisins
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 packaged coleslaw mix

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Roll pizza crust into a large rectangle, about 14 by 10 inches.
  • Top pizza with barbecue sauce, to within 1/2-inch of the edges. Top with onions, shrimp, bacon, olives, and both cheeses. Bake 10 to 12 minutes, until cheese melts and crust is golden brown.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the cider vinegar, olive oil and Dijon mustard. Stir in the raisins and the crumbled blue cheese. Season with salt and pepper and toss with the packaged coleslaw mix in a large bowl. Serve with pizza.

ROASTED SWEET ONIONS WITH CABRALES BLUE CHEESE



Roasted Sweet Onions with Cabrales Blue Cheese image

Categories     Cheese     Onion     Appetizer     Side     Roast     Vinegar     Blue Cheese     Winter     Chive     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 large Vidalia or other sweet onions, cut crosswise into 1-inch-thick slices
1/4 cup olive oil
4 ounces Cabrales or other strong blue cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons Sherry wine vinegar
1/2 cup sliced almonds, lightly toasted
1/3 cup chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange onions in single layer on rimmed baking sheet; drizzle 1/4 cup olive oil over; turn onions to coat. Sprinkle with salt. Roast until soft and brown on edges, turning every 15 minutes, about 1 hour. Transfer to platter. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cool. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover; let stand at room temperature.)
  • Sprinkle cheese over onions. Drizzle 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, then vinegar over cheese and onions. Sprinkle with almonds, then chives and serve.

MASHED POTATOES AND PARSNIPS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND BLUE CHEESE



Mashed Potatoes and Parsnips With Caramelized Onions and Blue Cheese image

Provided by Jennifer Iserloh

Categories     Mixer     Onion     Potato     Side     Thanksgiving     Low Cal     Blue Cheese     Parsnip     Fall     Healthy     Thyme     Self     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 large white onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 baking potatoes (such as Yukon gold, about 2 pounds), peeled and cubed
6 parsnips (about 1 lb), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth, heated
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
3 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat; reduce to medium. Cook onions with sugar and salt, stirring occasionally, until onions brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Add a few tablespoons water as you cook to keep onions from sticking or burning. Fill a medium stockpot ¾ full with cold water. Add potatoes and parsnips; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes and parsnips are fork-tender, 20 to 25 minutes, then drain. Beat 1/4 of potato parsnip mixture and 3 ounces broth in a mixing bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Repeat, alternating between potato-parsnip mixture and broth, until you've incorporated all. Fold in onions, cheese and thyme, and serve.

BLUE CHEESE ONIONS



Blue Cheese Onions image

When the tangy cheese softens and melds with baked onions and butter, you have a side dish fit for company. It's wonderful, straight from the oven, served with any meat. -Norma Reynolds, York, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) crumbled blue cheese
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 large onions, thinly sliced
6 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine the blue cheese, Worcestershire sauce, dill and pepper; cover and process until blended. , Place onions in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Drizzle with butter; top with tablespoonfuls of blue cheese mixture., Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Fat 16g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 457mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

GRILLED BLUE CHEESE & BACON STUFFED ONIONS RECIPE - (4/5)



Grilled Blue Cheese & Bacon Stuffed Onions Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by christoph

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 large-sized sweet onions (Vidalia, Maui sweets, sweet yellows)
1 stick butter, room temperature
2/3 cup blue cheese, crumbled
4 strips bacon, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Hollow out onions using a melon baller. Mix all other ingredients and fill onions with mixture. Heat grill to medium heat. Place in foil pouch over direct heat on grill for 30 - 40 minutes.

GRILLED FLAT BREAD TOPPED WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND BLUE CHEESE MASCARPONE AND CRUNCHY RED GRAPES



Grilled Flat Bread Topped with Caramelized Onions and Blue Cheese Mascarpone and Crunchy Red Grapes image

Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (16-ounce) store-bought pizza dough
Extra-virgin olive oil
3 large onions, sliced
All-purpose flour, for dusting
1 (8-ounce) container mascarpone cheese
1 cup crumbled blue cheese
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
1 cup firm California red grapes, slit down the middle
2 tablespoons freshly chopped flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Remove the pizza dough from the refrigerator 1 hour before you ready to start.
  • In a large saute pan over medium low heat add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add onions and slowly caramelize until brown and creamy about 20 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Preheat oven to 500 degrees F.
  • Heat the grill over medium-high heat and wipe down with oiled paper towels to create a non-stick surface. On a floured surface, roll out each of the pizza dough into an elongated shape, about 12 by 8-inches and about a 1/2-inch thick. Brush with olive oil and grill on both sides until warmed through and grill marked, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a baking sheet.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the mascarpone and blue cheese. Smear the cheese mixture over each of the grill pizza crusts. Place in oven for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese melts. Remove from oven and transfer to cutting board or platter.
  • Top with caramelized onions, toasted walnuts and fresh grapes. Season with a few turns of freshly ground black pepper, drizzle with some more extra-virgin olive oil and top with fresh parsley.

FOCACCIA WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS, PEAR AND BLUE CHEESE



Focaccia With Caramelized Onions, Pear and Blue Cheese image

Found this recipe on pg. 96 of the January 2011 issue of Food & Wine magazine. I'd never attempted focaccia before and this was super easy (although time consuming) and tasted fantastic! The recipe below is as listed in the magazine, but when I made it I doubled the pear and blue cheese. I think next time I'm going to add some chopped and roasted walnuts.

Provided by Erin K. Brown

Categories     Breads

Time 2h55m

Yield 1 9x13-inch, 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup warm water
1 (1/4 ounce) package dry active yeast
1/2 teaspoon honey
2 1/2 cups flour
9 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 large onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon light brown sugar
1 large bosc pear, cored and sliced
1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbles

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the water, yeast, and honey and let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in 1 cup of the flour and 1/4 cup of the oil; let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in the remaining flour and the salt and knead until smooth. Transfer to an oiled bowl, cover with plastic and let stand for 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, in a skillet, heat one tablespoon of the oil. Add the onion, cover and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes. Add the sugar, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, for 10 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Oil a 9x13 inch rimmed baking sheet. Transfer the dough to the sheet and press it down to fit. Dimple the dough all over with your fingers and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Let the dough rise until puffed, about 20 minutes.
  • Scatter the onions over the dough. Arrange the pear over the onions and sprinkle with the blue cheese. drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil over the focaccia and bake for 20 minutes, until golden. Transfer to a rack to cool. Serve.

BLUE CHEESE WITH ARUGULA, CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND NUTS



Blue Cheese With Arugula, Caramelized Onions and Nuts image

OK arugula lovers this ones for you! If not you can use spinach. I've also added fresh slices of clementines and or raspberries. Yummy my mouth is watering!

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 tablespoons olive oil
10 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 bunches arugula, stems removed, well rinsed and spun dry
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/4 cup chopped toasted walnuts
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
caramelized onion, Flavored Caramelized Onions
1/2 teaspoon salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a container mix olive oil, vinegar, and garlic; give a shake and set aside.
  • Adjust your oil vinegar ratio to your liking.
  • Arrange arugula leaves and basil on on a plate.
  • Top with cheese, nuts, and caramelized onions.
  • Drizzle dressing over salad and season with salt and pepper.

PASTA WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS & BLUE CHEESE (MOOSEWOOD)



Pasta With Caramelized Onions & Blue Cheese (Moosewood) image

Make and share this Pasta With Caramelized Onions & Blue Cheese (Moosewood) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Cherry Tart

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb pasta shells or 1 lb other chunky pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
6 cups chopped onions
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup vegetable broth or 1/2 cup water
1 cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta until al dente.
  • Heat oil in a 12-14 inch skillet at medium heat.
  • Add onions, salt and pepper.
  • Cook until lightly caramelized (golden brown color).
  • Add wine, broth or water.
  • Cook on low heat, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat when pasta is done.
  • Dip out a cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain pasta.
  • Place pasta in your serving dish.
  • Toss in onion mixture and blue cheese, until the pasta is coated.
  • Use a bit of the cooking water that you saved to "wash" the remaining onion mixture from your pan. Add the mixture to the pasta. Add more cooking water to the pasta if it seems dry.
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 692.4, Fat 15, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 25.3, Sodium 1070.2, Carbohydrate 109.2, Fiber 7.8, Sugar 13.7, Protein 24.8

BLUE CHEESE FONDUE WITH CHERRY TOMATOES AND ROASTED CIPOLLINI ONIONS



Blue Cheese Fondue with Cherry Tomatoes and Roasted Cipollini Onions image

Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound cipollini onions
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 cups heavy cream
1/2 pound blue cheese, crumbled (recommended: Pt. Reyes)
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Using a small paring knife peel and halve the cipollini. Heat the olive oil in a large saute pan over high heat until hot but not smoking. Add the onions and season with salt and pepper. Caramelize the onions over high heat for about 5 minutes, transfer pan to the oven and continue to cook for about 8 to 10 minutes until the onions are nicely caramelized and fully cooked throughout, remove from pan to a plate and let cool slightly. Arrange the cherry tomatoes and onions on a platter with skewers for dipping.
  • In a small saucepan, over medium-low heat, melt the butter and cook until it is just beginning to brown. Immediately add the thyme and garlic. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring to prevent the garlic from browning. Add the cream, raise the heat to medium, bring to a slow simmer and reduce the cream by 1/3, about 2 minutes. Add the cheese and stir until the cheese melts and the mixture is smooth, season, to taste, with pepper. Pour the sauce into a fondue pot and set over a candle to keep hot.
  • Place the platter of veggies and skewers alongside and serve immediately.

TOFU, RED ONIONS, WALNUTS, AND BLUE CHEESE



Tofu, Red Onions, Walnuts, and Blue Cheese image

I threw this together after wondering if blue cheese and tofu would go together well. The results were delicious! Non-blue cheese lovers can omit the cheese and still have a tasty dish.

Provided by KAZOOT

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian     Protein     Tofu

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
2 cups water
½ cup chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon butter
1 large red onion, sliced, separated into rings
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup vegetable broth
½ teaspoon dried sage
½ teaspoon dried tarragon
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (14 ounce) package firm tofu, drained and cut into 1/2 inch strips
1 cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • Bring the rice and water to a boil in a pot. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place the walnuts on a baking dish, and bake 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly toasted. Remove from heat.
  • Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat, and cook the onion until tender. Mix in garlic, and cook 1 minute. Stir in the broth, and season with sage, tarragon, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking 10 minutes, stirring often.
  • Heat the oil in a separate skillet. Dredge the tofu in the toasted walnuts, and cook in the skillet about 4 minutes on each side, until lightly browned. Mix any remaining walnuts and the onion and broth mixture into the skillet. Cook until heated through. Serve over rice, and top with blue cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.2 calories, Carbohydrate 34.4 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 415.9 mg, Sugar 2 g

BLUE CHEESE QUESADILLAS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS TOPPED WITH PAPAYA SALSA



BLUE CHEESE QUESADILLAS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS TOPPED WITH PAPAYA SALSA image

Categories     Cheese

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients for Quesadillas:
2 large onions, sliced
1 Tbs. fresh chopped oregano
3 oz. blue cheese
2 oz. Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 tsp. salt
6 flour tortillas
2 Tbs. canola oil
Ingredients for Papaya Salsa:
1 tsp. minced jalapeno
1 red bell pepper, minced
1 papaya, skinned and seeded, cut into chunks
1 Tbs. scallions
2 tsp. lime juice
1 tsp. salt

Steps:

  • Caramelize onions in a little canola oil until they are nice and brown and all the sugars come out; add chopped oregano. In a bowl, stir together onions, bleu cheese, Monterey Jack cheese and salt; let it sit until it reaches room temperature. Place equal amounts of mixture in the middle of tortillas and fold them. Place 2 tablespoons of canola oil in a hot pan and brown the tortillas on both sides. For the salsa, toss together jalapeno, bell pepper, papaya, scallion, lime juice and salt.

FLATBREAD WITH OVEN-DRIED FIGS, CARAMELIZED ONIONS, AND BLUE CHEESE



FLATBREAD WITH OVEN-DRIED FIGS, CARAMELIZED ONIONS, AND BLUE CHEESE image

Categories     Fruit

Yield 1 pizza

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 3⁄4 cups bread flour, divided
1 package dry yeast (about 2 1⁄4 teaspoons)
1 cup warm water (100°to 110°), divided
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
1 to 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
11⁄2 teaspoons salt, divided
Cooking spray
2 1⁄4 cups vertically sliced red onion
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon grated orange rind
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
20 Oven-Dried Fig halves**
1/2 cup (2 ounces) crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine 1⁄2 cup flour and yeast in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk. Add 1⁄2 cup warm water; let stand 30 minutes. Add 2 cups flour, remaining 1⁄2 cup water, 1 tablespoon oil, rosemary, and 1 1/4 teaspoons salt; stir until a soft dough forms. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead until smooth and elastic (about 8 minutes), and add enough of remaining flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, to prevent dough from sticking to hands (dough will feel tacky). Place dough in a large bowl coated with cooking spray, turning to coat top. Cover and let rise in a warm place (85°), free from drafts, 1 hour or until doubled in size. (Press two fingers into dough. If an indentation remains, the dough has risen enough.) While dough rises, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sugar; cook 15 minutes or until deep golden brown, stirring mixture occasionally. Add remaining 1⁄4 teaspoon of salt, orange rind, and pepper. Cool mixture slightly. Preheat oven to 425°. Punch dough down; form into a ball. Place dough on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray; let rest 5 minutes. Roll dough into a 14 x 12-inch rectangle (about 1⁄4 inch thick). Arrange onion mixture, walnuts, and Oven-Dried Fig halves evenly over dough, leaving a 1⁄2 inch border on all sides. Sprinkle with cheese, and gently press toppings into dough to adhere. Bake at 425 degrees for 20 minutes or until flatbread is golden brown and cheese melts. ** To make Oven-Dried Figs, arrange figs in a single layer on a foil-lined baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 250 deg for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until almost dry but still soft.

Tips:

  • Choose the right type of onion: Yellow onions are the most common type used for this recipe, but you can also use white or red onions. If you're using a red onion, be sure to slice it thinly, as it can be quite strong.
  • Use a sharp knife: A sharp knife will help you get clean, even slices of onion. This will make the cooking more even and will also help to prevent the onions from falling apart.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When you're cooking the onions, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and will also make them more likely to stick to the pan.
  • Cook the onions over medium heat: Cooking the onions over medium heat will help them to caramelize and develop a nice flavor. If you cook them over too high heat, they will burn.
  • Stir the onions frequently: Stirring the onions frequently will help to prevent them from sticking to the pan and will also help them to cook evenly.
  • Add the blue cheese at the end: Adding the blue cheese at the end of the cooking process will help to prevent it from melting and becoming too runny.

Conclusion:

Blue cheese onions are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be served with a variety of meals. They're also a great appetizer or snack. If you're looking for a new way to enjoy onions, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.

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