Sweet Vidalia Onion Roast (Printer View)

Tender Vidalia onions slow roasted with butter and thyme for a flavorful, melt-in-mouth side dish.

# What you'll need:

→ Main

01 - 4 large Vidalia onions, unpeeled

→ Seasoning and Aromatics

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

→ Optional Garnish

07 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

# Method:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F.
02 - Trim the root ends and tops of each onion 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 heavy-duty foil square. Sprinkle with kosher salt and black pepper.
05 - Press 1 tablespoon butter, 1 sprig thyme, and 1 garlic clove into the cut top of each onion.
06 - Wrap each onion tightly in foil and arrange on a baking sheet. Roast for 1 hour and 10 minutes, until tender.
07 - Carefully unwrap, peel off the skins, transfer to plates, spoon any melted butter over, and garnish with parsley if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Simple ingredients and easy preparation
  • Impressive flavor and texture for a crowd-pleasing side
02 -
  • Vidalia onions can be substituted with other sweet onion varieties
  • For dairy-free option, use vegan butter or olive oil
03 -
  • Check the onions for tenderness by piercing with a knife
  • Serve immediately for best texture: garnish just before serving
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