Description
Delicious baked onions topped with melted Asiago cheese, seasoned with garlic and Italian herbs, and cooked until tender and golden. This savory side dish combines the natural sweetness of onions with rich butter and cheese, perfect for complementing any meal.
Ingredients
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Onions and Seasoning
- 4 large yellow or sweet onions
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Other Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded Asiago cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the onions.
- Prepare Onions: Peel the onions and trim both ends so they sit flat. Slice them in half horizontally and remove a few inner layers to create a shallow well if desired for better ingredient placement.
- Arrange Onions: Place the onion halves cut side up in a baking dish. Add a pat of butter on top of each onion half to enhance flavor and moisture.
- Add Broth: Pour vegetable or chicken broth around the onions, filling the bottom of the dish to help steam and soften the onions as they bake.
- Season: Evenly sprinkle garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper over the onion tops for seasoning the dish.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and bake for 40 minutes to allow the onions to become tender and infused with flavor.
- Add Cheese: Remove the foil and evenly top each onion half with shredded Asiago cheese to create a cheesy crust.
- Bake Uncovered: Return the dish to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, golden, and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the baked onions with chopped fresh parsley for a touch of color and freshness. Serve warm with a spoonful of the buttery broth from the dish.
Notes
- Choosing sweet onions will enhance the natural sweetness in the dish.
- Using vegetable broth makes the recipe vegetarian-friendly; chicken broth adds more savory depth.
- For a stronger garlic flavor, substitute garlic powder with fresh minced garlic.
- Covering the dish with foil during the first baking stage steams the onions, making them tender.
- Ensure cheese is evenly spread for a nicely browned topping.
- Parsley garnish is optional but adds a fresh, vibrant finish.
