Description
Tender, buttery Vidalia onions baked with three kinds of cheese and a golden cracker topping — a rich, comforting side dish that melts in your mouth.
Ingredients
Scale
- (Serves 6–8)
Main Ingredients
- 3 large Vidalia onions (or any sweet onions), peeled and sliced into ½-inch rings
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp paprika
Optional Topping
- ½ cup crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs
- 1 Tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- Slice the Onions: Peel and slice onions into thick rings. Separate the layers gently. 💡 Pro Tip: Use Vidalia or Maui onions for their natural sweetness and tenderness.
- Layer the Dish: Spread onion rings evenly in the prepared dish. Pour melted butter over the onions. Sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Add the Cheese: Combine mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan in a bowl. Sprinkle evenly over the onions until fully covered.
- Add the Topping (Optional): Mix crushed crackers with melted butter and sprinkle over the cheese layer.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, until onions are tender and cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve Hot: Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy as a rich, savory side that pairs beautifully with roast meats or grilled dishes.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of chopped thyme or rosemary before baking. Perfect for potlucks, holidays, or cozy weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg