Oven Baked Walla Walla Sweets Onion
Discover the sweet and savory perfection of Oven Baked Walla Walla Sweet Onions, a simple yet elegant recipe that transforms this prized variety of onion into a melt-in-your-mouth sensation. Packed with caramelized flavor and enhanced by aromatic fresh thyme, garlic, and a touch of buttery richness, this dish is an effortless way to elevate any meal. These tender, golden onions are baked to perfection using parchment paper or foil to lock in their natural sweetness and infused flavors. Serve them as a versatile side dish, layer them over roasted meats, or use them to add a gourmet touch to salads and sandwiches. With just 10 minutes of prep and oven-baking magic, this low-maintenance recipe is as practical as it is delicious—perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Walla Walla sweet onions
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 sheet parchment paper or aluminum foil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel the outer layers of the Walla Walla sweet onions and cut a small slice off the root end so that the onions can sit steadily without rolling.
Make a cross-shaped, shallow cut on the top of each onion, about halfway down, to allow the flavors to penetrate during cooking.
Mince the garlic cloves and set them aside.
Place each onion on a large piece of parchment paper or aluminum foil, ensuring the sheet is big enough to wrap the entire onion securely.
Add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter on top of each onion, nestling it into the cross cut you've made.
Drizzle the onions evenly with olive oil.
Sprinkle the minced garlic, fresh thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper over the top of each onion.
Wrap each onion tightly with the parchment paper or aluminum foil, ensuring there are no gaps for steam to escape.
Place the wrapped onions onto a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the onions are tender and fragrant.
Carefully unwrap the onions (caution: hot steam) and serve them warm as a flavorful side dish or a topping for roasted meats, salads, or sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
520 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.9 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2386 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.3 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.7 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1209 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
