Roasted Sweet Onions Julia Child

Experience the timeless elegance of *Roasted Sweet Onions à la Julia Child*, a simple yet sophisticated dish that transforms everyday ingredients into a culinary masterpiece. Perfectly caramelized and infused with the rich flavors of butter, olive oil, and fresh thyme, these tender sweet onions are roasted to golden perfection in a savory stock, with a touch of balsamic vinegar adding a subtle tang. The result is a side dish that beautifully pairs with roast chicken, grilled steaks, or hearty vegetarian mains. With just 15 minutes of prep and an hour in the oven, this recipe is a delightful nod to Julia Child's signature ability to elevate humble ingredients into something truly exquisite. Ideal for dinner parties or weeknight meals, this versatile dish is sure to impress your guests and become a staple in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large sweet onions
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 4 sprigs fresh thyme sprigs
• 0.5 cup chicken or vegetable stock
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Peel the sweet onions, leaving the root end intact to help them hold their shape during roasting.

Step 3

Cut each onion in half crosswise and place them cut-side down in a baking dish.

Step 4

In a small saucepan, melt the butter with the olive oil over low heat until combined. Drizzle this mixture evenly over the onions in the baking dish.

Step 5

Sprinkle the onions with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Tuck the thyme sprigs between the onion halves for added flavor.

Step 6

Pour the chicken or vegetable stock into the baking dish around the onions, ensuring the onions don’t sit submerged but stay moist during cooking.

Step 7

Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the foil, flip the onions so they are cut-side up, and drizzle the onions with balsamic vinegar.

Step 9

Return the baking dish to the oven, uncovered, and roast for an additional 25 minutes, basting occasionally with the pan juices, until the onions are golden, tender, and caramelized.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow them to rest for 5 minutes. Serve warm as a side dish or topping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1030.2 grams (1030.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1009

Total Fat 77.10g	99%
Saturated Fat 32.60g	163%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 124mg	41%
Sodium 2415mg	105%
Total Carbohydrate 79.50g	29%
Dietary Fiber 14.30g	51%
Total Sugars 42.60g
Protein 10.60g	21%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 230mg	18%
Iron 3mg	15%
Potassium 1275mg	27%

*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: 65.8%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 30.2%