Description
Tennessee onions are a sweet and savory delight, transforming any meal into a flavorful experience. This simple recipe highlights their natural sweetness through caramelization, making it a must-try!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Tennessee onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and thinly slice the Tennessee onions from root to tip.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat until melted.
- Add the sliced onions, stirring to coat them in the oil-butter mixture.
- Sprinkle with salt and sauté for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown.
- If using, add fresh thyme in the last few minutes of cooking.
Notes
- For added depth, consider adding balsamic vinegar during cooking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup (60g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg