Roasted Parmesan Creamed Onions!

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🧅 Roasted Parmesan Creamed Onions

🔪 Prep Time: 15 minutes

🍳 Cook Time: 45 minutes

🍽 Servings: 4–6 (as a side)

🧂 Ingredients:

For the Roasted Onions:

  • 4 large yellow onions, peeled and halved (root to tip)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)

For the Parmesan Cream Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter version)

  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

  • ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional but adds depth)

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Garnish (optional):

  • Extra Parmesan cheese

  • Chopped parsley or thyme

🍳 Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  • Line a baking sheet or dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

2. Roast the Onions:

  • Slice onions in half (through the root), peel, and trim the root end slightly, keeping the onion intact.

  • Place onion halves cut side up on the prepared pan.

  • Drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt, pepper, and thyme (if using).

  • Roast in the oven for 30–35 minutes, or until tender and lightly caramelized. The edges should be golden.

3. Make the Parmesan Cream Sauce:

  • While onions roast, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.

  • Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, forming a roux.

  • Slowly whisk in heavy cream, stirring constantly until smooth and slightly thickened (about 3–4 minutes).

  • Stir in Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, and season to taste with salt and pepper.

  • Keep warm on low heat until onions are ready.

4. Assemble and Finish:

  • Transfer roasted onions to a shallow baking dish (cut side up).

  • Pour the Parmesan cream sauce over the onions.

  • Sprinkle a little extra Parmesan on top if desired.

5. Bake (Optional Step):

  • Return the dish to the oven and bake uncovered for 10 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.

  • For extra browning, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end.

🍽 Serving Suggestions:

  • Perfect alongside steak, chicken, roast beef, or as a holiday side.

  • Can be served over mashed potatoes or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

🧊 Storage:

  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

  • Reheat gently in the oven or microwave with a splash of cream to loosen the sauce.

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