Sweet Tender Vidalia Onion (Print Version)

Tender Vidalia onions roasted whole with herbs and butter for a flavorful, elegant side.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main

01 - 4 large Vidalia onions, unpeeled

→ Seasoning & Aromatics

02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 4 sprigs fresh thyme
04 - 4 garlic cloves, peeled
05 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
06 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Optional Garnish

07 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
02 - Trim the root ends and tops of each onion just enough so they sit flat, keeping the skins intact.
03 - Cut a shallow X into the top of each onion using a paring knife.
04 - Place each onion on a square of heavy-duty foil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
05 - Press 1 tablespoon butter, 1 sprig thyme, and 1 garlic clove into the cuts on top of each onion.
06 - Wrap each onion tightly in foil and arrange on a baking sheet.
07 - Roast for 1 hour and 10 minutes, until the onions are very tender when pierced with a knife.
08 - Carefully unwrap onions, remove skins, transfer to plates, spoon over melted butter from foil, and garnish with parsley if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Easy to prepare with minimal ingredients
  • Elegant presentation and naturally gluten-free
02 -
  • Vidalia onions can be swapped with any sweet onion variety for similar results
  • This dish contains dairy; use vegan butter or olive oil for dairy-free option
03 -
  • Use heavy-duty foil to prevent leaks while roasting
  • Let the onions rest for a few minutes after roasting for easier peeling
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