Description
A decadent appetizer featuring sweet onions wrapped in crispy bacon, baked until tender, and smothered in a rich, creamy thyme sauce with melted cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 small sweet onions (such as Vidalia or pearl onions), peeled
- 12 slices thin-cut bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère or sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease.
- Wrap each peeled onion with one slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick if needed. Place in the prepared baking dish.
- Drizzle the wrapped onions with olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until bacon is crispy and onions are tender.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine heavy cream, chicken broth, and thyme. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and gradually stir in the shredded cheese, whisking until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove the baked onions from the oven and transfer to a serving platter. Discard toothpicks if used.
- Pour the creamy thyme sauce over the bacon-wrapped onions. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
For a milder flavor, use smaller pearl onions. You can substitute the Gruyère with any good melting cheese like mozzarella or Monterey Jack. The sauce can be made ahead and reheated gently.
Nutrition
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 9 g
- Fat: 22 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Protein: 10 g