Asiago Cheese Baked Onions
These Asiago Cheese Baked Onions are a delightful combination of savory onions, rich cream, and sharp Asiago cheese, baked to perfection. A perfect appetizer or side dish, they make a flavorful addition to any meal.
Equipment
- 1 oven
- 1 baking dish
- 1 aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 4 large yellow onions
- 1 cup grated Asiago cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs optional, for extra crunch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Carefully peel the onions and cut off the top and bottom to create a stable base. Hollow out the centers using a knife, leaving about a ½-inch shell.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the grated Asiago cheese, heavy cream, olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme. Mix well until smooth.
- Stuff each onion with the cheese mixture, packing it tightly. If using, sprinkle breadcrumbs on top of each filled onion for added texture.
- Place the stuffed onions in a baking dish and cover them with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
You can experiment by adding herbs or spices of your choice to the cheese mixture for a unique flavor.
For even more flavor, consider drizzling a bit of balsamic glaze over the baked onions just before serving.
These onions can be prepared ahead of time and then baked just before serving for a warm and comforting dish.