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Finished creamed onions in a pumpkin shaped casserole dish.

Creamed Onions (Easy Recipe with Jarred Pearl Onions)

This easy creamed onions recipe skips the peeling and blanching by using jarred pearl onions. Rich, creamy, and topped with breadcrumbs and parmesan, it’s a comforting holiday side dish that has been a family favorite for generations. Perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 12 people
Calories 265 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 5 jars (14 oz) jars pearl onions, drained
  • 3 cups half and half
  • 7 tablespoon salted butter (just under ½ cup)
  • ⅓ cup flour
  • 1 tablespoon dry sherry or red wine
  • 2 tablespoon seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
  • black pepper, to taste
  • parsley, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Drain the pearl onions and place them directly into a baking dish. No cooking spray is needed.
  • In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Whisk in the flour to make a roux. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Slowly pour in the half and half, whisking until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
  • Stir in the sherry or red wine and season with black pepper. Taste and adjust if needed.
  • Pour the cream sauce evenly over the onions in the baking dish.
  • Sprinkle the breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, black pepper, and parsley on top.
  • Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
  • Remove from the oven and serve warm.

Notes

Nutrition (per serving, ~1/12 of recipe, estimated)
  • Calories: ~265
  • Fat: ~16 g
  • Saturated Fat: ~10 g
  • Cholesterol: ~45 mg
  • Sodium: ~440 mg (varies depending on jarred onions and breadcrumbs)
  • Carbohydrates: ~24 g
  • Fiber: ~2 g
  • Sugar: ~6 g
  • Protein: ~6 g
(Note: These values are approximate and will vary based on the brand of onions, breadcrumbs, and dairy you use.)

Notes:

  • Serving size: This recipe makes about 12 servings, with each serving equal to roughly ½ cup of creamed onions.
  • Salt levels: Jarred pearl onions already contain sodium from the brine. Combined with salted butter and seasoned breadcrumbs, this dish usually doesn’t need extra salt. If you substitute frozen or fresh onions, add a pinch of salt to the cream sauce to taste.
  • Wine or sherry: Dry sherry is traditional, but red wine works just as well. Use only a small amount so the sauce does not turn pink.
  • Make ahead: Assemble the dish 1 to 2 days ahead and refrigerate. Add a splash of cream before reheating if the sauce thickens.
  • Variations: Substitute milk for half and half in a pinch. Fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary can be added for more flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 265kcal
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