Parmesan Onion Bake

Name: Parmesan Onion Bake
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6-8 servings.
Ingredients: 6 medium onions, sliced; 1 cup diced celery; 8 tablespoons butter, divided; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1-1/2 cups milk; 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Dinner guests in my home know to expect the unexpected! I love experimenting with unusual combinations of ingredients. This cheesy onion bake adds flair to a meal. -Linda Vail, Ballwin, Missouri

Ingredients

6 medium onions, sliced
1 cup diced celery
8 tablespoons butter, divided
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups milk
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Directions

In a large skillet, saute onions and celery in 3 tablespoons butter until tender; drain and set aside.
In a saucepan, melt the remaining butter; stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Pour over vegetables; toss to coat.
Pour into an ungreased 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese and pecans. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 257 calories, 19g fat (9g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 512mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein.

Originally published as Parmesan Onion Bake in Taste of Home October/November 2000

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IslandPrincess101

Aug 11, 2011

Super yummy!
Mamie Jane

Feb 19, 2010

Delicious and unusual side dish. People ask for the recipe every time I make it.