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Tennessee Onions

Cultural Context

Tennessee Onions are a beloved Southern dish, often served as a side or topping for various meals. This dish highlights the region's love for fried foods, showcasing onions in a crispy, seasoned coating. While traditionally enjoyed in the South, variations can be found across the United States, with many adapting the recipe to include different spices or serving methods.

Southern AmericanUSside
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 large Vidalia onion
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
2 tablespoons Brummel and Brown buttery spread
1.5 cups reduced fat Mexican cheese blend
grated Parmesan cheese (to taste)

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Peel a large Vidalia onion and cut it into quarter inch pieces.

2

Separate the onion rings and place them in a bowl.

3

Add 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper and 1/2 teaspoon of garlic salt to the bowl with the onions.

4

Use tongs to toss the onions in the seasonings until well coated.

5

Spray a 2-quart dish with non-stick cooking spray or use an 8x8 dish.

6

Layer the seasoned onion rings in the dish, allowing them to overlap.

7

Dollop 2 tablespoons of Brummel and Brown buttery spread on top of the onions, using a half tablespoon measure four times.

8

Sprinkle 1.5 cups of reduced fat Mexican cheese blend on top of the onions.

9

Place the dish in a preheated 350 degree oven for 30 minutes, uncovered.

10

After 30 minutes, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top to taste.

11

Add a little more black pepper on top if desired.

Cooking Techniques

frying

Equipment Needed

2-quart dish8x8 dishnon-stick cooking spraytongsmeasuring spoons

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Fried OnionsSouthern Fried Onions

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