Tennessee Onions – The Cheesy Baked Side Dish Better Than Onion Rings
Meet Tennessee Onions – The Cheesy Baked Side Dish Better Than Onion Rings. This delectable recipe features sweet onions layered with a trio of melty cheeses, creating a gooey and flavorful experience that will have everyone asking for more. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this dish offers comforting flavors that elevate any meal. Easy to prepare and versatile, you can pair it with grilled chicken or veggie burgers, making it an instant family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
- Sweet onions (Vidalia or yellow), sliced ½ inch thick
- Butter, cut into small pats
- Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
- Provolone cheese, sliced
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly butter a baking dish.
- Arrange onion slices in a single layer in the dish.
- Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; add butter pats on top.
- Layer shredded mozzarella first, followed by provolone slices, and finish with grated Parmesan.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbling.
- For extra crispiness, broil for 2 minutes.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the dish (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg