SMOKED BACON WRAPPED FRENCH VIDALIA ONION

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If you love grilled onions, then this is a recipe for you. The onion cooks until soft and full of smokiness. The bacon wrapped around the onion gets slightly crisp and smoky. Basting the onion during the cooking process not only adds flavor but it keeps the onion from drying out. The basting sauce adds so much savoriness. It's...

Provided by Sherri Williams

Categories     Vegetables

Time 2h10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 Vidalia onions (small-medium)
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 Tbsp Montreal seasoning
4 slice thick bacon
4 oz Gruyere, slice & torn; more if you like
2 Tbsp flat leaf parsley, chopped
BASTING SAUCE
3/4 c beef broth
1/4 c dry vermouth
1/4 tsp lemon thyme
1/2 Tbsp Montreal seasoning

Steps:

  • 1. Peel and cut about 1/2" of the onion tops. Trim off a small amount of the bottom of onions so they stand upright.
  • 2. With a spoon, scoop out a few of the inner layers of the onion leaving the majority of the outer layers.
  • 3. Brush onions with olive oil.
  • 4. Liberally sprinkle seasoning over each onion.
  • 5. Wrap bacon slices around each onion; secure with a toothpick.
  • 6. Prep smoker to 250 degrees F.
  • 7. Combine basting sauce ingredients in a mixing bowl.
  • 8. Put 2 tablespoons of sauce in the center of each onion.
  • 9. Smoke for 2 hours.
  • 10. Baste every 30 minutes.
  • 11. The last 5-10 minutes, place cheese inside and around onions allowing melting.
  • 12. Garnish with parsley.

Timmothy A
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These onions are the perfect side dish for any grilled meat or fish.


Mekonen Beriso
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I love the smoky flavor that the bacon adds to these onions.


Tanzid Hasan
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This is a great recipe for a party or potluck. The onions are easy to make ahead of time and they can be served warm or cold.


Hussein Muhammed
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The onions are so tender and flavorful.


BT boss
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The bacon-wrapped onions were a hit with my family and friends.


Jamal bukhari
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These onions are so delicious, I could eat them every day.


Neelam Devi Das
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I've never made bacon-wrapped onions before, but this recipe made it easy. They turned out perfect!


Haji786 Sheikh786
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making these onions again and again.


Bhupe Malla
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I made these onions for my family and they were a huge hit! Even my picky kids loved them.


Abuzar jani
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These onions are a great way to add flavor to your next barbecue or picnic.


addo hakim
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I'm not a big fan of onions, but I loved these bacon-wrapped Vidalia onions. They were so sweet and caramelized.


Ratifah Namata
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover bacon and onions. It's also a budget-friendly dish that's perfect for feeding a crowd.


Philasande Mhlongo
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this dish. The bacon and onions complement each other perfectly.


Syeda Haniya
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These bacon-wrapped onions are the perfect appetizer or side dish. They're easy to make and always a hit with guests.


Monarul hoque Hoque
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The onions are so tender and the bacon adds a nice smoky flavor. I like to serve them with a dollop of sour cream.


toree harris
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This recipe was a hit at my last dinner party! The bacon-wrapped onions were crispy and flavorful, and the Vidalia onion filling was sweet and caramelized. Everyone loved them!