Creamy Baked Onions with Asiago Cheese
A delightful dish of caramelized onions enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce infused with nutty Asiago cheese, perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320kcal
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 large yellow onions, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1 cup heavy cream Forms the luscious base of the sauce.
- 1/2 cup Asiago cheese, grated Brings depth and creaminess.
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard Adds a tangy kick.
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped For aromatic essence.
Seasonings and Extras
- Olive oil, for drizzling Enhances richness.
- Salt and pepper, to taste Essential seasoning duo.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Arrange the sliced onion rounds in a single layer within the prepared dish and drizzle generously with olive oil.
- Sprinkle fresh thyme, along with salt and pepper to taste, over the onions.
Cooking
- Roast the onions in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes until softened and starting to caramelize.
- Meanwhile, heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it simmers, then stir in the Dijon mustard and half of the Asiago cheese until melted.
- Once the onions have roasted, pour the cream sauce evenly over them and sprinkle the remaining Asiago cheese on top.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for another 20 minutes until tender and bubbling.
Notes
For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg to the cream mixture. You can also use different cheeses like Gruyère or Parmesan for a richer profile.