Best 11 Creamy Pearl Onions Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our Creamy Pearl Onions recipe collection! These delectable morsels, adorned with a velvety sauce, will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Embark on a culinary journey with three enticing variations: the classic Creamy Pearl Onions, a tantalizing rendition with Crispy Prosciutto and a luscious Creamy Garlic Parmesan version. Each recipe promises a unique taste experience, catering to diverse palates and preferences.

Our classic Creamy Pearl Onions recipe is a timeless delight, featuring tender pearl onions bathed in a rich and creamy sauce. The subtle sweetness of the onions harmonizes perfectly with the savory sauce, creating a comforting and heartwarming dish.

For those seeking a touch of indulgence, our Creamy Pearl Onions with Crispy Prosciutto recipe is an absolute must-try. The salty, crispy prosciutto adds an irresistible layer of texture and flavor, elevating the dish to a gourmet experience.

And for garlic and parmesan enthusiasts, our Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pearl Onions will be your culinary haven. A symphony of flavors awaits, as roasted garlic and grated parmesan cheese blend seamlessly with the creamy sauce, creating a dish that is both savory and aromatic.

Prepare to be captivated by the irresistible allure of our Creamy Pearl Onions recipes. With their versatility and crowd-pleasing appeal, these recipes are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a cozy family dinner or an elegant dinner party. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your stove, and let the magic begin!

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMED PEARL ONIONS



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When our children were small, we always celebrated Christmas at our house. This was one of many recipes I relied on that could be prepared a day in advance, which gave me more time to spend with guests. Everyone expected to see this vegetable dish on the table every year. -Barbara Caserman, Lake Havasu City, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups pearl onions
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
3/4 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup half-and-half cream
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Pimiento strips, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven or large kettle, bring 8 cups water to a boil. Add pearl onions; boil until tender, 6-7 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water; peel and set aside., In a saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually stir in broth and cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the parsley, cheese and onions., Pour into an ungreased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 350° for 15 minutes; stir. Top with pimientos if desired. Bake, uncovered, 10 minutes longer or until bubbly and heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 440mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CREAMED PEARL ONIONS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 pound peeled fresh or thawed frozen pearl onions
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 cups cauliflower florets (from 1/2 large head)
2 ounces Gruyere cheese, grated (1/2 cups)
1/8 teaspoon packed freshly grated nutmeg
2 tablespoons packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat one Frigidaire Gallery® Double Wall Ovens to 400°F. Grease a 2-quart shallow baking dish with 1/2 tablespoon butter. 2. Spread the onions in the dish, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and dot with the remaining tablespoon butter. Roast until tender and caramelized, about 30 minutes. 3. Meanwhile, bring a large saucepan of water to a boil over high heat on a Frigidaire Induction Cooktop. Add the cauliflower and 1 tablespoon salt. Boil until very tender, about 10 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cauliflower to a food processor. Puree until very smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl occasionally. Add the cheese and nutmeg and process until very smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. 4. Fold the sauce into the roasted onions, cover tightly with foil, and return to the oven. Bake until the sauce is thickened and bubbling, about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the other Frigidaire Gallery® Double Wall Oven to the power broil setting, with a rack 6 inches from the broiler heat source. 5. Uncover the dish and transfer to the broiler. Broil until browned in spots, 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and serve hot.
  • Weeknight Tips: -This creamy cauliflower sauce tastes amazing when tossed with pasta or broccoli boiled on a Frigidaire Gallery® Induction Cooktop. -The roasted pearl onions are a tasty side dish on their own, particularly with seared steaks. -Chop up any leftover onions for a special sandwich spread.

CREAMED PEARL ONIONS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces pearl onions
1 cup heavy cream
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 garlic clove, smashed
1/2 teaspoon fresh grated nutmeg
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup goose stock or chicken broth

Steps:

  • Blanch the pearl onions by placing them into a large pot of rapidly boiling water. Cook them for about 1 minute. Remove the onions from the water with a strainer, then plunge into an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain them, then remove the skins.
  • Put the onions in a 3-quart saucepan and place over low-medium heat. Add the cream, bay leaves, parsley, garlic and nutmeg. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and let simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Then, remove the cover and add stock. Season again. Allow to cook down for 5 minutes to tighten up the cream sauce. Discard the garlic clove and bay leaves before serving.

CREAMED PEARL ONIONS



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     side-dish

Time 16m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 bag frozen pearl onions
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Thaw pearl onions and then saute in butter until golden brown. Deglaze by adding a little water at a time. Finish with heavy cream and reduce until you achieve a smooth consistency. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

CREAMY CELERY ROOT AND PEARL ONIONS



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For several years I made creamed onions for Thanksgiving, but I wanted to change the recipe. I decided to add celery root. Celery root is perfect with the onions, and the creamy sauce is addicting! I like to add additional fresh ground pepper before serving. -Tina Mirilovich, Johstown, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large celery root (about 1-1/2 pounds), peeled and cubed
3 tablespoons butter
1 package (14.4 ounces) pearl onions, thawed
3/4 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place celery root in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 4-6 minutes. Drain; set aside., In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat butter over medium heat. Add pearl onions, broth, sugar and salt. Cook onions, stirring often, until onions begin to brown, 12-15 minutes. Add celery root and cream; simmer until slightly thickened, 3-5 minutes. Stir in parsley and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 21g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 379mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

"CREAMED" PEARL ONIONS



Tender pearl onions melt in a flavorful sauce; reduced chicken stock and white wine, flavored with roasted garlic and thyme, take the place of cream.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 3/4 cups homemade or low-sodium canned chicken stock, skimmed of fat
3/4 cup dry white wine
1 1/2 pounds white pearl onions
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 head roasted garlic
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place stock and wine in a medium pan over high heat. Reduce liquid by half; set aside.
  • Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil. Add onions; cook 10 minutes. Drain, and cool. Using a paring knife, remove skins.
  • Place flour and reduced liquid in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until combined.
  • Transfer mixture to a small saucepan; set over medium heat. Whisk constantly until thickened, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in 1 1/2 teaspoons thyme and the pepper. Cut off top of garlic head, and squeeze flesh into the sauce; stir to combine.
  • Place onions and sauce in a 10-inch round baking dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan and remaining teaspoon thyme. Bake until golden on top, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Serve.

CREAMED PEARL ONION CASSEROLE



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This rich and creamy onion casserole would be great alongside any roasted meat. Feel free to use frozen pearl onions (and skip the first step of the recipe) if you're pressed for time. -Sandra Law, Tucson, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 pound pearl onions
4 celery ribs, chopped
5 green onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
6 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1-1/2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, bring 6 cups water to a boil. Add pearl onions; boil for 3 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water; peel and set aside. , In a large saucepan, saute the celery, green onions and garlic in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended; gradually add cream and hot pepper sauce. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened., Stir in pearl onions and cheese. Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish; sprinkle with paprika. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts :

DAD'S CREAMED PEAS & PEARL ONIONS



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While I was growing up, it was our family tradition to make creamed peas with pearl onions for every Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner. My dad was not a happy camper if he didn't see this dish on the table. It was his favorite! I made it for my own family while our kids were growing up, and now my daughter makes this dish for her family. -Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 cups frozen peas (about 20 ounces), thawed and drained
2 cups frozen pearl onions (about 9 ounces), thawed and drained
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
3/4 cup chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 cup sour cream
10 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
3/4 cup salted cashews

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, combine the first 7 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; cook, uncovered, until onions are tender and most of liquid is evaporated, 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in sour cream. Top with bacon and cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 783mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

PEARL BAKED CREAM ONIONS



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Pearl onions are baked with butter, cream and crushed crackers.

Provided by sal

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Onion

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups pearl onions
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
⅓ cup butter, melted
2 ½ cups crushed buttery round crackers
1 ⅓ cups heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place onions in a 2 quart casserole dish and season with salt and pepper. Pour melted butter over onions and sprinkle crushed crackers on top. Pour cream over crackers.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 835.7 calories, Carbohydrate 75.9 g, Cholesterol 99.5 mg, Fat 55.9 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 23.8 g, Sodium 1165.5 mg, Sugar 10.5 g

EASY CREAMED ONIONS



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My great-grandma's recipe. Always a favorite at Thanksgiving dinner. Worth using fresh onions instead of frozen.

Provided by Erin Noel

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Onion

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

¾ cup water
salt to taste
2 cups peeled pearl onions
¼ cup butter
1 ½ cups cold whole milk
¼ cup quick-mixing flour (such as Wondra®), or more as needed

Steps:

  • Bring water and salt to a boil in a small saucepan; cook onions in the boiling water until just tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup water in saucepan, and return onions to pan. Add butter to onions.
  • Mix milk and quick-mixing flour together in a bowl; add to onion mixture. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until thickened, 10 to 15 minutes. Stir in more quick-mixing flour if mixture is too thin.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 26.4 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 117.7 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

BETTER-THAN-GRAVY CREAMED PEARL ONIONS



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"A culinary student in Omaha, Nebraska, shared a version of this with me ages ago. It's truly terrific and goes with everything on the Thanksgiving table. I really do like it better than gravy on mashed potatoes." - Allrecipes Editor-in-Chief Nichole Aksamit

Provided by Nicholio

Categories     Vegetarian Gravy

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

28 ¾ ounces frozen pearl onions
1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
¾ cup chopped fresh parsley, or more to taste
¼ cup dry sherry
¾ teaspoon paprika
⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons panko bread crumbs, or to taste

Steps:

  • Partially thaw onions for 10 minutes, then thinly slice crosswise into rounds. Set in a colander and let thaw completely. Drain and spread on a paper towel-lined tray. Pat dry with paper towels.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; cook, stirring frequently, until liquid evaporates and onions are lightly browned and slightly crisp, about 10 minutes.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; cook and stir until pale golden, about 30 seconds. Gradually whisk in milk. Increase heat to medium-high and cook, whisking frequently, until sauce is bubbling, thickened, and smooth, about 8 minutes. Add 3/4 cup parsley, sherry, paprika, cloves, and cooked onions; season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to 3 buttered 2-cup broiler-safe baking dishes or 1 buttered 2-quart baking dish.
  • Preheat the oven's broiler to high. Sprinkle panko evenly over onion mixture.
  • Broil 5 inches from heat source until panko is golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Watch closely to avoid burning panko. Garnish with more parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.9 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Cholesterol 20.1 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 118.1 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

Tips:

  • Select the Right Onions: Choose small pearl onions for this recipe, as they hold their shape well and cook evenly.
  • Trim the Onions: Trim the root ends of the onions and remove any loose outer layers.
  • Caramelize the Onions: Cook the onions slowly over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and slightly sweet.
  • Use Good Quality Stock: Use a flavorful chicken or vegetable stock for the sauce. This will add depth and richness to the dish.
  • Season to Taste: Taste the sauce before serving and adjust the seasoning as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or herbs.
  • Garnish Before Serving: Garnish the dish with fresh herbs, such as parsley or chives, before serving for an extra touch of flavor and color.

Conclusion:

This creamy pearl onions recipe is an easy and delicious side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of main courses. The caramelized onions are sweet and savory, while the creamy sauce is rich and flavorful. This dish is sure to be a hit at your next dinner party or potluck.

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