French Stuffed Onions

Elevate your next meal with the timeless elegance of French Stuffed Onions, a dish that's as comforting as it is sophisticated. This recipe transforms humble yellow onions into a centerpiece worthy of any table, featuring a savory stuffing of buttery breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, and aromatic herbs like parsley and thyme. Hollowed-out onions are filled to perfection, then baked in a flavorful broth for a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture and a golden, crispy topping. Ideal as a standout side dish or paired with a fresh green salad for a light yet satisfying meal, these baked onions bring rustic French flavors to your kitchen with a simple yet impressive preparation. Perfect for dinner parties or cozy gatherings, this recipe will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:85 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Large yellow onions
• 3 tablespoons Butter
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Vegetable or chicken broth

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Peel the onions and trim the bottoms slightly so they can sit flat without rolling.

Step 3

Using a melon baller or small spoon, carefully hollow out the center of each onion, leaving about a 1/2-inch thick outer layer. Reserve the scooped-out onion flesh and finely chop it.

Step 4

In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion flesh and minced garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, thyme, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a slightly moist stuffing mixture.

Step 6

Stuff the hollowed-out onions generously with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing it down gently to ensure it's well-packed.

Step 7

Place the stuffed onions in a baking dish. Pour the vegetable or chicken broth into the bottom of the dish to help the onions stay moist during baking.

Step 8

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the onions are tender and the stuffing is golden brown on top.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish or alongside a crisp green salad for a light meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1074.5 grams (1074.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1255

Total Fat 59.00g	76%
Saturated Fat 21.60g	108%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 80mg	27%
Sodium 6302mg	274%
Total Carbohydrate 143.10g	52%
Dietary Fiber 14.90g	53%
Total Sugars 35.40g
Protein 56.10g	112%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1126mg	87%
Iron 7mg	38%
Potassium 1097mg	23%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.0%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 43.1%