Easy Butter Garlic Baked Onions Recipe
This Easy Butter Garlic Baked Onions recipe is the perfect side dish to complement any meal. The sweet and savory flavor of the onions combined with rich, creamy butter and aromatic garlic makes for a delicious and simple dish that will elevate any dinner. The baking process softens the onions, making them tender and caramelized, while the butter and garlic infuse them with irresistible flavors.
Equipment
- Oven-safe baking dish or sheet pan
- Knife and cutting board for slicing the onions
- Small bowl for mixing the butter and garlic
- Spoon for drizzling the butter mixture over the onions
Ingredients
- 4 medium onions yellow or white
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme optional
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Onions
- Peel the onions and slice them into thick rounds (about 1/2-inch thick).
- Arrange the onion slices in a single layer in an oven-safe baking dish or on a baking sheet.
- Make the Butter Garlic Mixture
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, dried thyme, and dried oregano. Stir well to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Drizzle the Butter Mixture
- Drizzle the butter garlic mixture evenly over the onion slices, making sure each slice is coated.
- Bake the Onions
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- After 25-30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the onions are golden and tender.
- Serve
- Once the onions are cooked through and caramelized, remove them from the oven.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.