In the realm of Southern cuisine, the Texas Onion Casserole stands as a testament to the culinary ingenuity and comfort food prowess of the region. This delectable dish, often gracing tables during holiday gatherings and potlucks, embodies the essence of simplicity and delivers a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With its humble beginnings in small-town Texas kitchens, the casserole has garnered widespread acclaim, earning a well-deserved spot among the state's most cherished culinary creations. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets behind this beloved casserole, featuring a harmonious blend of tender onions, savory seasonings, and a creamy, golden-brown topping. Along the way, we'll uncover variations of the classic recipe, including a vegetarian delight and a cheesy bacon-infused extravaganza, ensuring that every palate finds its perfect match. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to embark on a taste adventure that celebrates the rich culinary heritage of Texas.
**Variations:**
1. **Vegetarian Delights:** For those seeking a meatless option, the vegetarian Texas Onion Casserole offers a delightful twist on the classic. Simply omit the ground beef and replace it with an equal amount of hearty vegetables, such as diced bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms. The result is a vibrant and flavorful casserole that caters to vegetarians and vegetable enthusiasts alike.
2. **Cheesy Bacon Extravaganza:** Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with the Cheesy Bacon Texas Onion Casserole. This variation takes the original recipe to new heights by incorporating crispy bacon and a generous helping of melted cheese. The combination of savory bacon, gooey cheese, and tender onions creates a flavor explosion that will leave you craving more.
SWEET ONION CASSEROLE
This easy casserole is incredibly tasty. My family asks for it with steak or chicken.-Bobbie McMahan, Anderson, South Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, saute onions in butter until tender. Place half of onions in a greased 2-qt. baking dish; sprinkle with half of the cracker crumbs and cheese. Repeat layers. , Bake, uncovered, until golden brown and bubbly, 25-30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 207mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
TEXAS CASSEROLE
This is a nice, smooth, cream cheese & noodle casserole with a tomato based sauce and was a favorite of mine when I was growing up. Mom says it's been in the family for years! Feel free to tinker with the amounts!
Provided by Dave Dallas
Categories Meat
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-6 , 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Brown ground beef with onion and garlic, drain.
- Mix ground beef mixture, sugar, tomato sauce, sour cream, and cream cheese with hot cooked noodles.
- Sprinkle with 1/2 cup grated cheese.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.
TEXAS ONION CASSEROLE
Make and share this Texas Onion Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by hrlyhny
Categories Corn
Time 1h5m
Yield 1 8x13 pan
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook onions in butter, salt and pepper.
- Stir in sour cream, dill weed and 1/2 cheese.
- In another bowl, mix cream style corn, whole corn, milk, egg, corn muffin mix and tabasco.
- Put corn mixture in greased pan, onion mixture on top and then remaining cheese.
- Bake at lease 45 minute@ 325-350 until cheese is golden brown and mixture"sets".
Nutrition Facts : Calories 4203.8, Fat 254.8, SaturatedFat 145.4, Cholesterol 820.8, Sodium 7704.2, Carbohydrate 406.7, Fiber 36.6, Sugar 39.8, Protein 109.2
SWEET ONION CASSEROLE
This wonderful combination of sweet onions, Swiss cheese, and rice is a tasty side dish for anything from grilled meats to roasted poultry. It is a favorite in our home, and you'll get rave reviews every time you serve it.
Provided by Bobbie Gibson Paulson
Categories Side Dish Casseroles
Time 1h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 2-quart baking dish.
- Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan, and sprinkle in the rice. Stir, reduce heat to low, and simmer the rice until it is half-cooked, about 5 minutes. Drain the rice, and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat, and cook and stir the onions until translucent but not browned, about 8 minutes. Mix the cooked onions and the butter from the skillet with the rice, and stir in the half-and-half, salt, and 1 3/4 cup of the Swiss cheese. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, and sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of Swiss cheese over the top.
- Bake uncovered in the preheated oven until the rice is tender and the top is lightly browned, about 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.4 g, Cholesterol 51.3 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 11.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.8 g, Sodium 552.4 mg, Sugar 7.7 g
ONION SURPRISE CASSEROLE
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Melt 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) of the butter in a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the onions and sauté until tender and translucent, about 8 minutes. Put half of the onions into a 9 x 13-inch casserole dish. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the cheese and 1/2 cup of the cracker crumbs. Repeat the layers of onion and cheese.
- In a medium bowl, lightly beat the eggs, then add the cream, salt, and pepper. Pour the mixture evenly over the casserole.
- Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in a small skillet and stir in the remaining 1/2 cup cracker crumbs. Toast the crumbs until they are lightly brown, about 10 minutes, then sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until the onions have softened and the cracker crust is golden brown.
- note
- Vegetarian friendly!
ONION CASSEROLE I
This is truly a simple and wonderful sidedish made with sweet onions in a cream sauce. It can go with just about any meal! (Hint: if you will refrigerate your onions before cutting them, you won't cry!)
Provided by ANNA GAY
Categories Side Dish Casseroles
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Melt the margarine in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions; cook and stir until tender. Turn off the heat, and stir in the sour cream and Parmesan cheese. Transfer to the prepared baking dish, and crumble the crackers over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until the top is browned and the sauce is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.3 calories, Carbohydrate 16.1 g, Cholesterol 15.2 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 342.3 mg, Sugar 5.9 g
Tips:
- To save time, you can use a bag of frozen chopped onions instead of chopping them yourself.
- If you don't have sour cream, you can use plain yogurt instead.
- You can add a cup of shredded cheddar cheese to the casserole for extra flavor.
- If you want a crispy casserole, top it with buttered bread crumbs or crushed potato chips before baking.
- Be sure to bake the casserole until the onions are tender and the casserole is bubbly.
Conclusion:
Texas Onion Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand. The casserole is creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. It is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy side dish, give Texas Onion Casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!
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