Sweet Vidalia Onion Roast (Print)

A whole Vidalia onion roasted until meltingly soft with butter and herbs for rich flavor.

# Ingredients:

→ Main

01 - 4 large Vidalia onions, unpeeled

→ Seasoning & Aromatics

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

→ Optional Garnish

07 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

# Directions:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).
02 - Trim the root ends and tops so onions sit flat, keeping skins intact.
03 - Use a paring knife to cut a shallow X into the top of each onion.
04 - Place each onion on heavy-duty foil. Sprinkle with kosher salt and black pepper.
05 - Press 1 tbsp butter, 1 sprig thyme, and 1 garlic clove into each onion’s scored top.
06 - Wrap each onion tightly in foil and arrange on a baking sheet.
07 - Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes until onions are soft when pierced with a knife.
08 - Carefully unwrap, remove skins, transfer to plates, spoon melted butter over, and garnish with parsley if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Effortless preparation for a stunning presentation
  • Deliciously sweet and savory flavor profile
02 -
  • Vidalia onions are prized for their mild sweetness
  • Wrapping in foil traps steam so onions cook evenly and stay moist
03 -
  • For dairy-free, use vegan butter or olive oil
  • Prep onions ahead of time and roast just before serving for best texture
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