Southern Sweet Onion Casserole
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.
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