Caramelized Onion and Cheesy Mashed Potato Bake 🧀🥔

Sweet Onion and Mashed Potato Bake 🥔

Description: Elevate your dinner table with this delightful Sweet Onion and Mashed Potato Bake recipe. Perfect for any occasion, this dish combines the sweetness of caramelized onions with creamy mashed potatoes, topped with melted cheddar cheese.

• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients:

• 2 sweet onions
• 4 cups mashed potatoes
• 3 tablespoons margarine
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

• Calories: 220.2
• Fat: 9.6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.3g
• Cholesterol: 12.7mg
• Sodium: 548.9mg
• Carbohydrates: 28.4g
  • Fiber: 2.6g
  • Sugar: 3.7g
• Protein: 5.4g

Instructions:

1. Preparation:

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   • Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Slice the sweet onions into rings.
   • Prepare mashed potatoes if you haven’t already done so, ensuring they are creamy and smooth.

2. Caramelizing the Onions:

   • In a skillet, melt the margarine over medium heat.
   • Add the sliced onions to the skillet, ensuring they are coated in the melted margarine.
   • Cover the skillet with a lid and cook the onions, stirring occasionally, until they are caramelized and golden brown, typically around 10 minutes.
   • Once caramelized, remove the skillet from the heat.

3. Combining Ingredients:

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the caramelized onions with the mashed potatoes. Gently fold them together until evenly mixed.

4. Assembling the Bake:

   • Transfer the onion and potato mixture into a 2-quart baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
   • Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the potato and onion mixture, covering it evenly.

5. Baking:

   • Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges are golden brown.

6. Serving:

   • Once baked to perfection, remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving.
   • Serve this delicious Sweet Onion and Mashed Potato Bake as a comforting side dish alongside your favorite main course, and enjoy the delightful flavors and textures with each bite!

Tips:

• For added flavor, consider incorporating garlic or herbs into the mashed potato mixture.
• To make this dish even heartier, you can add cooked and crumbled bacon or diced ham before baking.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.