Best 5 Oven Baked Walla Walla Sweets Onion Recipes

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**Oven-Baked Walla Walla Sweets Onion: A Delightful Culinary Experience**

Walla Walla Sweets onions are a renowned variety known for their mild and sweet flavor. This article presents a collection of delectable recipes that showcase the versatility and tastiness of these exceptional onions. From simple roasted onions to sophisticated stuffed and baked creations, these recipes offer a range of options to suit every palate and cooking preference. Whether you're seeking a savory side dish, a hearty main course, or a flavorful appetizer, this culinary journey will guide you through the art of preparing Walla Walla Sweets onions in your oven, transforming them into mouthwatering dishes that will leave a lasting impression. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that celebrates the unique flavors and textures of these remarkable onions.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

WALLA WALLA SWEET ONION-SWISS CHEESE CASSEROLE



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A nice side dish for roast beef or ham. Use Walla Walla Sweets or Vidalia's for this. Regular yellow onions aren't sweet enough.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Cheese

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup unsalted butter
3 medium walla walla onions (or Vidalia's)
2 cups swiss cheese, grated and divided
1 cup saltine, crushed and divided
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 eggs
3/4 cup half-and-half
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Peel and cut the onions in half and then quarter the halves. Slice the quarters in food processor fitted with slicing disc.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Melt 1/4 cup butter in a large skillet and saute onions over medium heat until tender.
  • Place half the onion mixture into a 1 1/2-quart oven-proof casserole.
  • Sprinkle 1 cup of Swiss cheese and 1/2 cup cracker crumbs over onions. Repeat layers of onions and cheese.
  • Beat eggs with the half-and-half, salt and pepper. Pour evenly over layered contents of casserole.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in skillet and stir in remaining cracker crumbs. Lightly brown over medium heat. Sprinkle browned crumbs over casserole.
  • Bake for 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.9, Fat 27.7, SaturatedFat 16.6, Cholesterol 136.8, Sodium 626.7, Carbohydrate 17.2, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 3.2, Protein 14.5

BAKED ONION BLOSSOM



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I love "blooming onions" and this is a low fat version because it is baked, not deep fried.

Provided by Skip Davis

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 large sweet onion --- texas sweet, vidalia, maui or walla walla
3 Tbsp melted butter
2 tsp dijon mustard
3 Tbsp panko bread crumbs or any other
1 Tbsp smokey paprika
DIPPING SAUCE:
bottled ranch dressing

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 425 degrees.
  • 2. Peel skin from onion and cut off top 1/4 inch. Leave root end on to hold onion together. Cut through the onion from the top down to the bottom, stopping 1/2 to 1/4 inch short of bottom.(leave bottom intact), forming 16 wedges.
  • 3. Place on a 12 inch square sheet of foil. Fold up foil around the onion and place in an oven safe baking dish or pie plate. Bake for 20 minutes.
  • 4. Meanwhile combine the butter and mustard in a small bowl and mix well.
  • 5. Remove the onion from the oven and open the foil. Fold it down to make a 1 inch high rim around the onion; crimp edges to seal. With a pastry brush, coat the onion with the butter mixture, then sprinkle liberally with bread crumbs and paprika.
  • 6. Return onion to the oven and bake an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until crispy tender. Pour the ranch dressing into a small bowl. Place the cooked onion on a serving plate and set the dressing bowl in the center or alongside.
  • 7. TIP: Any favorite dressing that goes well with onions can be used for dipping sauce.

MOLASSES-BAKED ONIONS



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Onion     Side     Bake     Molasses     Gourmet     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 8 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 large sweet onions such as Vidalia, Walla Walla, or Oso Sweet (3 to 4 lb total)
1 1/2 cups tomato juice (12 fluid ounces)
1 1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons molasses (regular or robust; not blackstrap)
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
8 bacon slices (1/2 pound), halved crosswise

Steps:

  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Peel and trim onions, keeping root ends intact, then halve each lengthwise. Arrange, cut sides up, in 1 layer in a 13- by 9- by 2-inch glass baking dish or other 2 1/2-quart shallow baking dish.
  • Bring tomato juice, water, butter, molasses, and salt to a boil in a 2-quart heavy saucepan, stirring occasionally, then pour over onions. Bake onions, uncovered, basting with juices every 30 minutes, until tender, about 2 hours.
  • Lay 2 pieces of bacon side by side over each onion half and continue to bake onions, basting once with juices halfway through baking, until onions are very tender, bacon is browned, and juices are thickened, about 1 hour more.

WALLA WALLA ONION PIE RECIPE - (4/5)



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Provided by gvcathy

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 Walla Walla sweet onions or any sweet onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
2 eggs
1 cup half and half
2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon. salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
pinch of nutmeg
4 tablespoons Swiss cheese, grated
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, plus more to taste

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 375°F. Prepare a 9-inch pie crust by lining it with parchment paper and filling it with beans or pie weights, then partially bake your pie crust for about 15 to 20 minutes in a 375°F oven. (Once you use and cook the beans as pie weights, they will no longer be edible, but you can continue to use them over and over as pie weights.) The pie crust should still be blonde but slightly golden on the edges, the middle should still be mostly raw. Remove from oven, remove pie weights, and set aside. Sauté onions in oil and butter over low heat until golden yellow. Beat together eggs, half and half, flour, salt, pepper, and nutmeg, then add onions and half of the grated cheese. Pour into curst; sprinkle remaining cheese on top. Place pie pan on baking tray and bake at 375°F for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown. Garnish with parsley and serve.

WALLA WALLA ONION BISCUITS



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This is from an old booklet put out by the Walla Walla Gardeners Association. Walla Walla is in SW Washington state, where the sweetest onions outside of Vidalia, GA are grown! (how's that for diplomacy!) Any "sweet" onion will do if you can't get Walla Wallas or Vidalias.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Breads

Time 35m

Yield 18 biscuits

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups flour
1 teaspoon sugar
3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 tablespoons shortening
5 tablespoons butter
3 medium walla walla onions, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup evaporated milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Grease a cookie sheet with shortening or non-stick spray.
  • Mix dry ingredients together; cut in shortening.
  • Saute onions in butter until translucent. Add to flour mixture with milk. Mix until blended. Form dough into ball.
  • Roll out on floured surface about 1/2 inch thick. Cut with biscuit cutter or knife and place on cookie sheet.
  • Bake 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.3, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 10.5, Sodium 236.4, Carbohydrate 13.5, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.1, Protein 2.1

Tips:

  • To ensure even cooking, slice the onions into uniform thickness. This will help them cook evenly and prevent some pieces from becoming overcooked while others remain undercooked.
  • Use a sharp knife to slice the onions. A sharp knife will make clean, even cuts, which will help the onions cook evenly.
  • Toss the onions with olive oil, salt, and pepper before roasting. This will help them caramelize and develop a delicious flavor.
  • Roast the onions at a high temperature (425°F) for the first 15 minutes. This will help them caramelize and develop a deep flavor.
  • Reduce the temperature to 350°F and continue roasting for an additional 30-45 minutes, or until the onions are tender and caramelized.
  • Serve the Walla Walla Sweets onions as a side dish or use them as a topping for burgers, sandwiches, or salads.

Conclusion:

Oven-baked Walla Walla Sweets onions are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be roasted in the oven with just a few simple ingredients. Whether you are serving them as a side dish or using them as a topping, these caramelized onions are sure to be a hit.

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