Potato Stuffed Baked Onions 🥔🧅
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: Varies
Yield: 5 pounds mashed potatoes
Description:
A delightful addition to any roast or BBQ spread, perfect for buffets or elegant dinner parties. These potato-stuffed baked onions can be prepped a day ahead, then simply heated in the oven before serving. Leftover mashed potatoes? No worries! Pop them into a casserole dish, store in the fridge for up to 10 days, then reheat whenever you need a cozy side. This recipe offers flexibility in quantities, allowing you to make as few or as many onions as desired. Whether you opt for dinner-sized onions or petite appetizer versions, the prep time and yield will adjust accordingly.
Ingredients:
- Potatoes 🥔
- Cream Cheese 🧀
- Sour Cream 🥛
- Butter 🧈
- Milk 🥛
- Salt 🧂
- White Pepper 🌿
- Grated Parmesan Cheese 🧀
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Clean the onions. Using a knife, carefully cut a 1/16th-inch deep “X” in the bottom of each onion. |
| 2 | Parboil the onions in salted water for about 10 minutes. |
| 3 | Allow the parboiled onions to cool. Once cooled, cut off the bottoms of the onions. Then, using the bottom as a guide, punch through the center of each onion from the top, leaving 2 or 3 outer layers intact. Set the prepared onions aside. |
| 4 | Boil the potatoes until they are tender and fully cooked. |
| 5 | Mash the boiled potatoes until smooth. Add in the sour cream and cream cheese, continuing to mash until well combined. |
| 6 | Gradually add the butter and milk to the mashed potato mixture, continuing to mash until the desired consistency is achieved. |
| 7 | Season the mashed potatoes with salt and white pepper to taste. Allow the mixture to cool until it is just warm to the touch. |
| 8 | Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). |
| 9 | Using a pastry bag or spoon, stuff each prepared onion with the mashed potato mixture. |
| 10 | Place the stuffed onions in a baking pan with at least a 2-inch depth. |
| 11 | Brush the tops of the stuffed onions with melted butter. |
| 12 | Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese generously over the top of each onion. |
| 13 | Bake the stuffed onions in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes, or until the cheese is lightly browned and the potatoes are heated through. |
| 14 | Serve these delicious potato-stuffed baked onions as a fantastic side dish alongside your favorite roasts, BBQ meals, or as a standout at brunch gatherings! |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 607.5
- Total Fat: 26.5g
- Saturated Fat: 16.5g
- Cholesterol: 69.9mg
- Sodium: 185mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 82.2g
- Dietary Fiber: 10g
- Sugar: 3.7g
- Protein: 13.2g
Recipe Notes:
- Customize: Feel free to adjust the seasoning and cheese to suit your taste preferences. Add a sprinkle of herbs or spices for an extra flavor boost!
- Storage: Any leftover stuffed onions can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat them in the oven to enjoy them fresh and delicious again.
- Versatility: These potato-stuffed onions can be served as a delightful side dish, appetizer, or even as a vegetarian main course. Get creative with your presentation for an impressive meal centerpiece!
These savory, creamy, and comforting potato-stuffed baked onions are sure to become a favorite at your table, adding a touch of elegance and deliciousness to any gathering. 🌟 Enjoy! 🍽️
