Best 5 Paula Deen Vidalia Onion Casserole Recipes

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Welcome to the world of comforting and flavorful cuisine! If you're seeking a dish that blends sweet and savory in perfect harmony, look no further than Paula Deen's Vidalia Onion Casserole. This delectable casserole is a celebration of the Vidalia onion, a renowned variety known for its distinctive sweetness and delicate crunch. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you and your loved ones savoring every bite of this remarkable casserole.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

VIDALIA ONION CASSEROLE



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Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large Vidalia onions, quartered
¼ cup butter
3 large eggs
1 (5-ounce) can evaporated milk
30 buttery round crackers, crushed and divided
1½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Butter a 1½-quart baking dish.
  • In a large saucepan, bring onions and water to cover to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until tender, about 5 minutes; drain.
  • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook for 5 minutes.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and evaporated milk. Add onion, half of crushed crackers, cheese, salt, and pepper. Spoon mixture into prepared dish.
  • Bake for 35 minutes. In a small bowl, stir together melted butter and remaining crushed crackers. Sprinkle onto casserole, and bake until lightly browned, about 15 minutes more.

VIDALIA ONION CASSEROLE



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Provided by Paula Deen

Categories     casserole     vegetarian

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large Vidalia onion, quartered
1/4 cup Butter
3 tablespoons Butter, melted
3 large eggs
1 (5-ounce) can evaporated milk
30 round buttery crackers, crushed and divided
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Butter a 1 1/2-quart baking dish.
  • In a large saucepan, bring onions and water to cover to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until tender, about 5 minutes, drain.
  • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook for 5 minutes.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and evaporated milk. Add onion, half of crushed crackers, cheese, salt and pepper. Spoon mixture into prepared dish.
  • Bake for 35 minutes. In a small bowl, stir together melted butter and remaining crushed crackers. Sprinkle onto casserole, and bake until lightly browned, about 15 minutes more.

SATURDAY NIGHT VIDALIA ONIONS



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Provided by Paula Deen

Time 10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 large Vidalia onions
4 tablespoon butter
3 beef bouillon cubes

Steps:

  • Prepare a fire in a charcoal grill or preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Trim and slice from the top of each onion, and peel the onion without cutting off the root end. Using a potato peeler, cut a small cone shaped section from the center of the onion. Cut the onion into quarters from the top down, stopping within a half inch of the root end. Place a bouillon cube in the center of each onion, slip slivers of butter between the sections, and sprinkle with pepper. Wrap each onion in heavy duty foil and place the onions directly onto the hot coals. Cook the onions for 45 minutes turning every so often.
  • To serve, place each onion in individual bowl because the onions will produce a lot of broth, which tastes like French onion soup.
  • Recipe courtesy Paula Deen

VIDALIA ONION CASSEROLE



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This recipe comes from "The Lady and Sons, Too" cookbook by Paula H Deen. Paula owns the "Lady and Sons" restaraunt in Savanah, Georgia. The USA Today food critic voted her "top meal of 1999". A great side dish to serve with steak or pork! Southern cooking at it's best!

Provided by yooper

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 large vidalia onions, quartered
7 tablespoons butter
3 eggs
1 (5 ounce) can evaorated milk
1 (4 ounce) package Ritz crackers, crushed
1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Boil the onions until tender; drain.
  • Heat 4 tablespoons of the butter in a skillet and saute the onions.
  • Beat the eggs and milk together.
  • Add the onions, half the cracker crumbs, the cheese, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bake in a buttered casserole at 375°F for 35 minutes.
  • Melt the remaining 3 tablespoons butter and stir it into the remaining cracker crumbs.
  • Top the casserole with the buttered crumbs and bake for 15 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.6, Fat 30.6, SaturatedFat 16.6, Cholesterol 174.6, Sodium 468, Carbohydrate 24, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 6.2, Protein 13.4

EASY VIDALIA ONION CASSEROLE



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This is a delicious side dish to any meal, even people that do not like onions, like this recipe! also, this can be prepared a day ahead, and baked when ready.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Onions

Time 50m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 large vidalia onions, peeled and sliced very thinly
salt and pepper
1/2 cup butter
30 Ritz crackers (use one sleeve of crackers, coarsely crushed)
1 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees.
  • Butter a 2-qt casserole dish.
  • In a large saucepan, melt butter.
  • Add onions to pan, over high heat, saute until soft, and just starting to brown, about 20-25 minutes
  • Remove from heat.
  • Place half of the onions in the baking dish; cover with half the crackers, and half of the Parmesan.
  • Repeat to make another layer of onions, crackers and Parmesan Bake, uncovered, until cheese on top is lightly browned, about 25 mins Serve warm.
  • Note: if made a day ahead, let cool, and keep refrigerated until time to reheat for serving.
  • Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523, Fat 36.1, SaturatedFat 20.3, Cholesterol 83, Sodium 812.1, Carbohydrate 37.8, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 11.8, Protein 14.1

Tips:

  • Choose the right onions: Use sweet Vidalia onions for the best flavor. They are milder and sweeter than other varieties.
  • Slice the onions thinly: This will help them cook evenly and caramelize nicely.
  • Cook the onions slowly: This will allow them to develop their full flavor and sweetness.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: If you crowd the onions, they will steam instead of caramelize.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pan: This will help distribute the heat evenly and prevent the onions from burning.
  • Add a little liquid: This will help prevent the onions from drying out. You can use water, broth, or even wine.
  • Season the onions: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
  • Top with cheese: A layer of cheese on top of the onions will add a delicious golden crust.
  • Bake until bubbly: The casserole is done when it is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden brown.

Conclusion:

Paula Deen's Vidalia Onion Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The sweet onions are caramelized slowly until they are soft and sweet, and then topped with a layer of cheese and baked until bubbly. The result is a comforting and flavorful casserole that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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