Saturday Night Vidalia Onions Recipe
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 173.4 per serving
Description
Indulge in the savory goodness of Saturday Night Vidalia Onions, a delightful dish that simmers to perfection whether prepared on a charcoal grill or in the oven. Each onion transforms into a savory treat, brimming with flavor and reminiscent of French onion soup.
Ingredients
- 4 Vidalia onions
- 4 beef bouillon cubes
- 4 tablespoons butter
- Fresh ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Prepare the Grill or Oven:
- If using a charcoal grill, start a fire and let it burn until the coals are hot. Alternatively, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
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Prepare the Onions:
- Trim the tops of each Vidalia onion and peel away the outer layers without removing the root end.
- Using a potato peeler, carefully carve out a small cone-shaped section from the center of each onion.
- Cut each onion into quarters from the top down, leaving about a half-inch intact at the root end.
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Stuff and Season:
- Place one beef bouillon cube in the center of each prepared onion.
- Insert slivers of butter between the onion sections.
- Sprinkle fresh ground black pepper over each onion to taste.
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Wrap and Cook:
- Wrap each prepared onion securely in heavy-duty aluminum foil.
- If using a grill, place the foil-wrapped onions directly onto the hot coals. If using an oven, place them on a baking sheet.
- Cook the onions for 45 minutes, turning them occasionally to ensure even cooking.
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Serve:
- Carefully unwrap each onion (watch out for steam!) and place them in individual serving bowls.
- The onions will release a flavorful broth that resembles French onion soup, making them perfect for a comforting, savory dish.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 173.4
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7.5g
- Cholesterol: 30.9mg
- Sodium: 697.6mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 16g
- Dietary Fiber: 2.1g
- Sugars: 7g
- Protein: 2.1g
Tips for Perfect Saturday Night Vidalia Onions
- Ensure the foil is tightly wrapped around each onion to prevent leakage of the delicious broth.
- Use Vidalia onions for their sweet and mild flavor, which complements the savory broth and butter.
- If using a charcoal grill, monitor the heat to maintain a consistent cooking temperature.
Enjoy these Saturday Night Vidalia Onions as a standalone dish or as a flavorful side to complement your favorite grilled meats or roasted vegetables. The rich, broth-infused onions are sure to impress with their simplicity and depth of flavor!
