Best 7 Worlds Best Baked Onions Recipes

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Embark on a Culinary Journey with Baked Onions: A Symphony of Sweet, Savory, and Succulent Flavors

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with the extraordinary baked onions, a delectable dish that has captivated hearts and palates worldwide. These tender, caramelized onions, roasted to perfection, offer a symphony of sweet, savory, and succulent flavors that will elevate any meal. Whether you prefer a classic preparation or a more adventurous twist, this collection of recipes has something for every palate. From the simplicity of Roasted Garlic Parmesan Onions to the tangy delight of Balsamic and Brown Sugar Baked Onions, each recipe promises a unique culinary experience. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let the magic of baked onions unfold in your kitchen.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

JAMIE OLIVER'S WORLD'S BEST BAKED ONIONS



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I found this recipe on The Splendid Table website. What I am posting here is an adaptation of the adaptation I found there of a recipe for Baked Onions from 'Happy Days with the Naked Chef' by Jamie Oliver. Sounds well-worth trying. Baked onions are a great accompaniment to roasts. To significantly reduce the fat content, use a low-fat or reduced fat cream.

Provided by bluemoon downunder

Categories     Onions

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 white onions, tennis-ball-sized, peeled
olive oil
2 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped
4 sprigs fresh rosemary, lower leaves picked and chopped
8 tablespoons heavy cream
grated parmesan cheese
sea salt
fresh ground black pepper
4 slices pancetta or 4 slices bacon

Steps:

  • Boil the onions in plenty of water for 15 minutes or until slightly tender.
  • Remove the onions from the pan and allow to cool.
  • With a sharp knife, remove the top inch of each onion, finely chop and place to one side.
  • Slightly trim the stalk end of the onions so that the onions will sit flat on a roasting tray.
  • Taking care to keep the outside of each onion intact, cut about a heaped tablespoon of onion out from the inside of each onion.
  • Finely chop these removed sections of the onion and add to the rest of the chopped onion.
  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Heat a saute pan and add a little olive oil, the garlic, the chopped onions, and just a little of the chopped rosemary.
  • Saute for a couple of minutes until the garlic and onion have softened, then turn the heat down, add the cream and remove the onions and garlic from the heat.
  • Stir in the Parmesan and season.
  • Wrap a slice of pancetta around the middle of each onion and spike it in place with a sharpened twig of rosemary or a wooden toothpick.
  • Place the onions on a roasting tray and spoon some of the chopped onion mixture inside each one.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for around 25 minutes until the onions are soft and tender.
  • How long this takes is, of course, dependent on the size of the onions. "It's cool to experiment with different cheeses, so give it a bash," says Jamie.
  • I presume he is suggesting topping the baked onions with cheese.
  • When the onions are cooked right through, remove and serve.

ROASTED ONIONS



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I love Roasted Onions - no peeling, and the cut surfaces turn rich caramel brown.

Provided by Ben S.

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Onion

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 medium unpeeled yellow onions
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and fresh ground pepper
2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to lowest position; heat to 425 degrees.
  • Cut onions in half; toss with oil and a generous sprinkle of salt and pepper. Place, cut-side down, on a lipped cookie sheet.
  • Roast until tender and cut surfaces are golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Adjust seasonings; drizzle with balsamic vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54.3 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 148.6 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

BAKED VIDALIA ONIONS



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Vidalia onion recipes are some of my favorites to whip up. Served alongside any of a variety of fish and meats, these tender onions are a nice change of pace. Folks find it a fun and flavorful side dish. -Norma Durham, Rogersville, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 small Vidalia or sweet onions
4 teaspoons butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
Garlic salt to taste, optional

Steps:

  • Quarter onions halfway through and open slightly. Place each on a 18x12-in. piece of heavy-duty foil. Place 2 teaspoons butter in center of each onion; sprinkle with salt, pepper and, if desired, garlic salt. Fold foil to seal tightly. Bake at 350° until onions are tender, 50-60 minutes. Open foil carefully to allow steam to escape.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 376mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

BAKED ONIONS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 large yellow onions (about 4 pounds)
4 slices bacon (about 3 ounces), diced
1 sprig fresh thyme
1 sprig fresh rosemary
1 sprig fresh sage
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt, plus to taste
Pinch sugar
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup white wine
1/4 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup grated Gruyere cheese (about 3 ounces)
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus for buttering the dish
1/3 cup fresh breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Peel the onions, but leave the root end intact. Pour about 2 inches of water into a large saucepan and set up a collapsible steamer inside. Steam the onions until easily pieced by a knife, about 30 minutes. (For more tender onions you may steam them a little longer; however, they might be somewhat harder to hollow out. Either way they're delicious!) Set aside to cool.
  • Slice off about a third of the top portion of each onion. Using a paring knife, cut out the insides of each onion, leaving about 4 outside layers intact, to make a container for stuffing. Chop the onion insides and tops.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook, stirring, until crispy and the fat has rendered, about 3 minutes. Add the chopped onion, herb sprigs, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and sugar. Season with pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 12 minutes. Add the wine and cook until dry, scrapping the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to get up any browned bits, about 2 minutes. Stir in the cream and remove from the heat. Remove and discard the herb sprigs. Stir in the cheese and mustard.
  • Lightly butter a baking dish. Season the inside of the onions with salt and pepper, and spoon the stuffing into each onion cavity, mounding it slightly on top. Set the onions in the dish.
  • Heat the butter in the skillet. Add the breadcrumbs and stir until they absorb the butter. Spoon the buttered breadcrumbs on top of each onion.
  • Roast the onions until well browned and heated through, about 40 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

HERB-ROASTED ONIONS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 red onions
1 yellow onion
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 tablespoon minced fresh thyme leaves
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup good olive oil
1/2 tablespoon minced fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Remove the stem end of each onion and carefully slice off the brown part of the root end, leaving the root intact. Peel the onion. Stand each onion root end up on a cutting board and cut the onion in wedges through the root. Place the wedges in a bowl.
  • For the dressing, combine the lemon juice, mustard, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Slowly whisk in the olive oil. Pour the dressing over the onions and toss well.
  • With a slotted spoon, transfer the onions to a sheet pan, reserving the vinaigrette that remains in the bowl. Bake the onions for 30 to 45 minutes, until tender and browned. Toss the onions once during cooking. Remove from the oven, and drizzle with the reserved dressing. Sprinkle with parsley, season to taste and serve warm or at room temperature.

MUSTARDY BAKED ONIONS



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Simple oven-roasted red onions with punchy mustard and balsamic coating make a vibrant side that's really versatile

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Side dish

Time 53m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 medium red onions
4 small sprigs rosemary
knob of butter
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp grainy mustard
1 tbsp soft brown sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Slice the root off each onion to create a flat bottom, then carefully peel, leaving the onion whole. Cut a deep cross in the top of each, then poke in a sprig of rosemary, dot with butter and place in a roasting tray. Pour a little of the balsamic vinegar over each one and season. Wrap the tray in foil and bake in the oven for 30 mins. Meanwhile, mix together the mustard and sugar and set aside.
  • Remove the tray from the oven, take off the foil and spoon a little of the mustard mixture onto each onion. Return to the oven for 15 mins, uncovered, to caramelise.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calories, Fat 3 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 17 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 14 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

GOLDEN BAKED ONIONS



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I love to invent new dishes, but I also enjoy making tried-and-true recipes, like my mom's baked onions. The onions are a rich and satisfying side dish with poultry and beef, but they can also be a meal all by themselves!-Chris Gaskill, Knoxville, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/2 cup whole milk
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 cups shredded Swiss cheese, divided
6 slices French bread (3/4 inch thick)
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onions in butter until tender. In a large bowl, combine the soup, milk, pepper and 2 cups cheese. Stir in onions., Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Brush bread slices with melted butter on one side. Arrange buttered side up over cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly. If desired, broil 4-6 in. from heat until bread is golden brown. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 642 calories, Fat 47g fat (29g saturated fat), Cholesterol 144mg cholesterol, Sodium 750mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right onions: Yellow or white onions are best for baking, as they have a milder flavor than red onions. Select firm and heavy onions without any soft spots or blemishes.
  • Prepare the onions properly: Peel the onions and cut off the root end. Then, slice the onions into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
  • Season the onions generously: Drizzle the onion slices with olive oil and sprinkle them with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings. You can also add herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra flavor.
  • Roast the onions at a high temperature: This will help to caramelize the onions and give them a delicious golden brown color. Roast the onions at 425°F for 30-40 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly browned.
  • Serve the onions immediately: Baked onions are best served hot, straight out of the oven. You can serve them as a side dish or as a topping for burgers, sandwiches, or salads.

Conclusion:

Baked onions are a simple but delicious side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. They are easy to make and can be roasted in the oven in just 30-40 minutes. With their sweet and caramelized flavor, baked onions are sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give baked onions a try!

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