Introduction
Tennessee onions, a beloved dish in Southern cuisine, feature layers of sweet onions baked in a creamy, cheesy sauce. This dish is both simple and decadent, perfect as a side dish for barbecues, family dinners, or any gathering where comfort food is on the menu. Below is a recipe that captures the essence of Tennessee onions with straightforward ingredients and easy preparation steps.
Ingredients
- Sweet Onions: 4 large, peeled and sliced into rings
- Butter: 4 tablespoons, melted
- All-Purpose Flour: 3 tablespoons
- Chicken or Vegetable Stock: 1 cup
- Heavy Cream: 1 cup
- Cheddar Cheese: 1 cup, grated
- Parmesan Cheese: 1/2 cup, grated
- Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
- Paprika: For garnish
- Fresh Parsley: Chopped, for garnish
Equipment
- Large baking dish
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Oven