Creamed Parmesan Pearl Onion Casserole
NeedTaste |This is a must have side dish for my family's Thanksgiving. Do NOT use pickled or cocktail onions, but plain ones in brine, such as Aunt Nellie's brand Holland style Pearl Onions in a CLEAR GLASS JAR. You could pre-cook frozen pearl onions, but the jarred ones are way better softer. The Sherry is OPTIONAL. I have NOT made this using regular fresh onions, but I think pearl onions are way better in this dish. WalMart sells Aunt Nellie's in a jar, and I've found it at QFC (Kroger affiliate) in WA state (& sometimes Albertsons).. Great technique for a great casserole
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INGREDIENTS :
2 jar(s) 15-oz. whole pearl onions (such as aunt nellie's holland style-- don t use pickled onions)1/3 cup(s) butter
1/3 cup(s) all purpose flour
2 cup(s) cream or half 'n half
1 -2 tablespoon(s) dry sherry (optional-- not necessary)
1/3 cup(s) freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon(s) dry mustard powder
pinch(es) nutmeg
- salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup(s) grated cheddar cheese
- paprika
INSTRUCTIONS :
Open jar and drain onions. Preheat oven to 350 Deg. F. elt butter in a 2-quart sauce or saute pan over medium heat. Turn heat to low and stir in the flour. Cook for 2-3 minutes stirring constantly you must cook a little to avoid a raw flour flavor. Stir in Cream or Half N Half and sherry. stir to blend. tir in Parmesan mustard powder nutmeg and salt and pepper to taste. Stir well to thoroughly combine ingredients and melt cheese. rease a small oven baking dish or spray with nonstick cooking spray. Put drained onions into baking dish then cover thoroughly with white sauce mixture. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese over top then sprinkle on Paprika over top. ake at 350 deg. F. for 35-40 minutes until mixture is bubbly and hot. If desired broil the top briefly until golden brown. ote You can make this one day ahead and partially bake. Then finish baking for 10-15 minutes on the day you will be serving it.