Tennessee Onions: Cheesy Baked Delight Your Guests Will Love

Tennessee Onions are a delicious baked dish with cheesy layers and sweet caramelized onions that will delight your guests.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 5

Total Time 50

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Southern

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Onions

4 large Sweet Onions (Vidalia or yellow) Avoid using red onions for baking.
1/4 cup Butter Feel free to substitute with olive oil for a lighter option.
1 teaspoon Salt Essential for enhancing flavors.
1/2 teaspoon Pepper A classic seasoning.
1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning A blend of herbs.

For the Cheese Topping

2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Provides a gooey, melty base.
1 cup Provolone Cheese Adds creaminess and depth of flavor.
1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Creates a crispy, golden crust.

Equipment

Oven
Casserole Dish
Knife
cutting board

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and butter a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
Peel and slice the sweet onions into ½-inch thick rings and arrange them in the casserole dish.
Sprinkle the onions with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, then dot with small pats of butter.
Layer the shredded mozzarella and provolone cheese over the seasoned onions, then sprinkle grated Parmesan on top.
Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and lightly browned.
Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 7gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure onion slices are uniform in thickness. You can also substitute cheeses for a unique twist or add spicy ingredients if desired.

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