Caramelized Onion Roses

🧅✨ Caramelized Onion Roses – A Delightful Side Dish! ✨🧅

These Caramelized Onion Roses are not only visually stunning but packed with sweet, rich flavors. Slow-cooked to perfection, the onions become tender with a caramelized edge, perfect for pairing with your favorite main dishes. A delicious combination of onions, herbs, and a touch of cheese makes this dish both beautiful and flavorful.

Ingredients:

• 4-5 large yellow onions
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1-2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional)
• Fresh thyme sprigs (or parsley for garnish)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Gruyère cheese (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Garlic cloves (optional, for added flavor)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Onions:
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Peel the onions and slice them into thick rings, separating them gently to form layers resembling flower petals. Place the onion rings upright in a greased baking dish.
2. Season and Roast:
   Drizzle the olive oil over the onion layers and sprinkle with brown sugar (for added sweetness). Season generously with salt and pepper, and tuck in some fresh thyme sprigs or garlic cloves around the onions for flavor.
3. Roasting:
   Cover the dish with aluminum foil and roast in the oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and continue to roast for another 25-30 minutes until the onions are golden brown and caramelized. You can switch the oven to broil for the last few minutes to get a more crispy texture on the edges.
4. Add Cheese (Optional):
   For a cheesy variation, sprinkle shredded mozzarella or Gruyère over the onions during the last 10 minutes of roasting and broil until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
5. Serve:
   Garnish with fresh parsley or more thyme before serving. These Caramelized Onion Roses are perfect as a side dish or as part of a charcuterie board.

Conclusion:

These caramelized onion roses are not only a flavorful addition to any meal but also bring an elegant presentation to your table. Perfect for holidays or any special occasion, this dish is simple yet impressive, combining the sweetness of caramelized onions with the richness of melted cheese.

Enjoy!