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Baked Stuffed Onions
Baked Stuffed Onions are a savory comfort dish where whole onions become vessels for a buttery, cheesy, breadcrumb-filled center. This recipe captures a classic American home-cooked flavor, combining sautéed onion centers, parmesan cheese, crushed croutons, and simple seasoning. Ideal as a side dish for roasts or holiday dinners, this preparation transforms the humble onion into a golden, fork-tender treat with rich, caramelized depth and a crunchy topping.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 265 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 onions (medium, peeled)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (grated )
  • 1 cup croutons (crushed)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare Onions

  • Cut out the centers of each peeled onion to form a hollow shell. Leave the outer layers intact. Finely chop the removed center pieces.

Step 2: Sauté Onion Centers

  • In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped onion centers and sauté until golden brown.

Step 3: Mix Filling

  • Remove from heat.
  • Add salt, pepper, Parmesan cheese, and crushed croutons.
  • Mix until well combined.

Step 4: Stuff Onions

  • Spoon the filling mixture into the hollowed onions, packing gently.

Step 5: Bake

  • Place the stuffed onions in the center of a 24x18-inch piece of heavy-duty foil.
  • Seal foil and place it in a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Bake at 350°F for 1½ hours.

Tips

  • Add cooked crumbled bacon for a smoky twist.
  • Substitute the Parmesan with Gruyère or cheddar for a richer flavor.
  • Mix chopped herbs (parsley, thyme, or chives) into the stuffing for freshness.
  • Add a splash of white wine to the sautéed onions for depth.
  • Use seasoned croutons to enhance the flavor profile.
  • Replace croutons with cooked rice for a softer filling.
  • Top with breadcrumbs for a crispier finish.
  • Use large sweet onions (Vidalia) for milder flavor.
  • Add sautéed mushrooms to increase earthiness.
  • Serve with roast chicken, pork, or beef as a hearty side dish.

Nutrition

Calories: 265kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 7gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 510mgPotassium: 360mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 475IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 155mgIron: 1mg
Keyword baked onions, comfort food, heirloom recipe, retro cooking, stuffed onions, vintage recipe
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