Potato Stuffed Baked Onions
Elevate your side dish game with these irresistible Potato Stuffed Baked Onions! This unique recipe transforms tender baked onion shells into flavor-packed vessels filled with creamy, buttery mashed potatoes blended with cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and a touch of black pepper. Baked to golden perfection, these stuffed onions are then garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Perfect as a comforting vegetarian main or a show-stopping side, they’re easy to prepare and make a stunning addition to any dinner table. With just 25 minutes of prep and straightforward ingredients like large onions, potatoes, and cheddar cheese, this dish achieves an impressive balance of flavor and presentation. Ideal for holiday spreads or weeknight meals, these Potato Stuffed Baked Onions are a surefire way to impress every guest at the table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Large onions
- 3 medium Potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 3 tablespoons Milk
- 0.5 cup Cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the tops off the onions and peel off the outer layers, keeping the onions intact. Cut a small slice off the bottom to create a flat base so they can stand upright.
Hollow out the center of each onion using a spoon, leaving about 2-3 layers of onion to form a sturdy shell. Reserve the removed onion centers for another recipe or discard.
Brush the onions with olive oil and place them in a baking dish. Bake the onions for 25 minutes, or until they are slightly tender.
While the onions are baking, peel and dice the potatoes into chunks. Place the potatoes in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender.
Drain the potatoes and mash them in a bowl. Add butter, milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and half of the cheddar cheese to the mashed potatoes. Mix until well combined and creamy.
Remove the onions from the oven. Carefully stuff each onion with the mashed potato mixture, pressing it in gently to fill the cavity.
Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top of the stuffed onions.
Return the stuffed onions to the oven and bake for another 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
284 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.3 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 32 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 632 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.9 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 7.9 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 163 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 740 mg | 16% | |
*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.
