Tennessee Onions are a classic Southern side dish made by baking sweet onions with butter, cheese, and seasonings until they’re golden, soft, and bubbling. They’re incredibly simple but full of flavor—perfect with grilled meats, burgers, or even as a standalone dish. Here’s how to make them:
🧅 Tennessee Onions Recipe
Ingredients:
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2–3 large sweet onions (like Vidalia), sliced into ½-inch rings
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4 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
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1 tsp garlic powder (or to taste)
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½ tsp salt (adjust to preference)
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tsp dried Italian seasoning or thyme (optional)
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Monterey Jack/Colby Jack blend)
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Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). -
Prepare Onions:
Peel and slice onions into ½-inch thick rings. Separate the rings and layer them in a greased 9×13 baking dish. -
Season:
Sprinkle garlic powder, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning (if using) over the onions. -
Add Butter:
Dot the onions evenly with butter pieces. -
Cheese Layer:
Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the top of the onions. -
Bake:
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and starting to brown, and the onions are tender. -
Serve:
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot!
🔄 Variations:
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Add a sprinkle of Parmesan for extra cheesy flavor.
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Use smoked paprika for a little depth and smokiness.
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Make it spicy with a few red pepper flakes.
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