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Southern Sweet Onion Casserole

Tender Vidalia onions combine with eggs, evaporated milk, cheddar, and buttery Ritz cracker crumbs in a golden baked casserole.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Casserole, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 10 servings
Calories 239 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large Vidalia onions, halved and sliced 1/4-inch thick
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 5 oz can evaporated milk
  • 1 cup Ritz crackers, crumbled
  • 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup Ritz crackers, crumbled (for topping)
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted (for topping)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  • Place sliced onions in a saucepan and add water just to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and let simmer for 8 minutes. Drain well and toss with butter.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and evaporated milk. Add cooked onions, 1 cup cracker crumbs, cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  • Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, toss 1 cup cracker crumbs with melted butter. Sprinkle this topping evenly over the casserole.
  • Bake for about 45 minutes, or until the casserole is set in the center and the top is golden brown. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

This dish is a classic Southern comfort food and pairs beautifully with baked ham or roast chicken.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 239kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 6.6gFat: 16.5gSaturated Fat: 8.1gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 57mgSodium: 447mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4.5g