Sweet Vidalia Onion Roast (Printable)

Whole Vidalia onions roasted with herbs and butter to a tender, flavorful finish.

# Ingredient list:

→ Main

01 - 4 large Vidalia onions, unpeeled

→ Seasoning and Aromatics

02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 4 sprigs fresh thyme
04 - 4 garlic cloves, peeled
05 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
06 - 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Optional Garnish

07 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

# Cooking steps:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 400°F.
02 - Trim the root ends and tops of each onion just enough to stabilize them, 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 square of heavy-duty foil and 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 very tender.
07 - Carefully unwrap onions, remove skins, transfer to serving plates, spoon over any melted butter from the foil, and sprinkle with parsley if desired.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • Easy preparation with minimal ingredients
  • Makes an impressive, delicious vegetarian side dish
02 -
  • Vidalia onions can be swapped for other sweet onion varieties
  • This dish is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free
03 -
  • Add balsamic vinegar or smoked paprika for more depth
  • Use heavy-duty foil to prevent leaks during roasting
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