Tennessee Onions

This Tennessee Onions dish is a famous Southern side that turns humble sweet onions into a decadent, cheesy masterpiece. By using Vidalia onions, you get a natural sweetness that balances the salty trio of cheddar, Italian blend, and parmesan cheeses.

Tennessee Onions

Ingredients:

How To Make Tennessee Onions:

Step 1: Prep the Onions and Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F.3 Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray. Peel the 3/4 sweet Vidalia onions and slice them into 1/4-inch rounds. Separate the rounds into individual rings and spread them evenly into the bottom of the baking dish.4

Step 2: Season and Butter: Sprinkle the 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of oregano over the onion rings. Cut the 4 tablespoons of butter into 8 equal pats and place them evenly across the top of the onions.

Step 3: Add the Cheesy Layers: Evenly sprinkle the 1 cup of shredded Italian blend cheese and the 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the entire dish. Finish by sprinkling the 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese over the top for a salty, golden crust.

Step 4: Bake to Perfection: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 35/40 minutes. The dish is ready when the onions are tender and the cheese topping is bubbling and starting to brown nicely.

Step 5: Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately while the cheese is hot and stretchy.

Pro Tips for the Best Tennessee Onions

• The Right Onion: If you can’t find Vidalias, any variety of “Sweet Onion” (like Walla Walla or Texas Sweets) will work best to ensure the dish isn’t too pungent.

• Drain Excess Liquid: Onions naturally release moisture as they bake. If you find the dish a bit too watery at the end, you can use a slotted spoon for serving.