Sweet Vidalia Onion Roast (Printable)

Whole roasted Vidalia onion cooked with herbs and butter to a tender, flavorful finish.

# What You Need:

→ Main

01 - 4 large Vidalia onions, unpeeled

→ Seasoning & Aromatics

02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 4 sprigs fresh thyme
04 - 4 garlic cloves, peeled
05 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
06 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Optional Garnish

07 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

# How to Make It:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 400°F.
02 - Trim the root ends and tops of each onion so they stand flat, keeping skins intact.
03 - Cut a shallow X into the top of each onion using a paring knife.
04 - Place each onion on a square of heavy-duty foil. Sprinkle evenly with salt and pepper.
05 - Press 1 tablespoon of butter, 1 sprig thyme, and 1 garlic clove into the cut top of each onion.
06 - Wrap each onion tightly in foil and arrange them on a baking sheet. Roast for 1 hour and 10 minutes until tender when pierced.
07 - Carefully unwrap onions, remove skins, and transfer to plates. Spoon over any melted butter from foil and sprinkle with parsley if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Impressively simple yet looks gourmet
  • Vegetarian & gluten-free side for any meal
02 -
  • Vidalia onions are ideal but Walla Walla or Maui onions work too
  • For dairy-free, substitute butter with vegan butter or olive oil
03 -
  • Use heavy-duty foil so the onions steam instead of burn
  • Choose onions similar in size for even cooking
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