Easy Cheesy Sweet Onions Casserole

Serves 8

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 2 1/2 lb. Vidalia onions (about 2-3 large onions), sliced crosswise into 1/4-in.-thick slices and separated into rings.
• 1 tsp. minced garlic (2 garlic cloves)
• 1 tsp. dried thyme
• 1 tsp. dried parsley flakes
• 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp. dry mustard powder
• 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 2 tsp. butter, melted
• 3/4 Cup Aleia’s Panko Original
• 4 oz. mild Cheddar cheese, shredded (about 1 Cup)
• 4 oz. smoked Gouda cheese, shredded (about 1 Cup)
• Olive oil spray
• 2-quart baking dish, about 9” x 13” x 2”
• Parchment paper
• Tinfoil

Preparation

Warm the Oven:

• Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat baking dish with olive oil spray.
• Gather your ingredients.

Season the Onions:

• Place separated onions in a large bowl. Add the olive oil. Sprinkle with thyme, parsley, garlic, oregano, dry mustard powder, and cayenne pepper; toss gently to coat.
• Arrange evenly in prepared baking dish.

Add Cheese and Bake:

• Sprinkle with Cheddar and Gouda.
• Cover with parchment paper and then aluminum foil and bake in preheated oven until onions are soft and sides are bubbly, about 40 minutes.

Prepare Breadcrumb Mixture:

• Combine breadcrumbs and melted butter. Set it aside.

Finish Baking with Panko Topping:

• Sprinkle evenly with breadcrumb mixture and bake at 350°F until breadcrumbs are golden brown, about 15 minutes.

Enjoy!