I love onions. All kinds and in almost any application, however I must confess I was a bit leery about this one. I had seen this concept a few times, prepared in varying manners, but it just seemed like even for me it might be too much onion. Well I finally got around to making these grilled blue cheese and bacon stuffed onions, and am here to tell you, I am a fool. The time I have wasted not enjoying this delight is really a shame.
The tender mellow flavor of the roasted onion melts together perfectly with the blue cheese and bacon to create a side dish that is out of this world. If I had a steak house, this little gem would certainly be one of the choices marked as “house specialties”, right along with twice baked sweet potatoes and corn souffle.
- 4 large-sized sweet onions Vidalia, Maui sweets, sweet yellows
- 1 stick butter room temperature
- 2/3 cup blue cheese crumbled
- 4 strips bacon crisped and crumbled
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme crushed
- salt and pepper to taste
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Trim the ends off of the onions, and peel. Using a melon baller or small spoon, scoop out the inside of the onion to create a cavity. (Be careful not to dig all the way through the bottom).
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In a small bowl mix together butter, cheese, bacon, and thyme. Season lightly with salt and pepper. (Blue cheese is a bit salty so go easy).
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Using a spatula or small spoon, stuff the mixture into the onions, completely filling the center.
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Place each onion on a square of aluminum foil. Draw foil up to create a sealed pouch. (Keep the foil from touching the sides of the onion, and make sure the top is sealed to hold in steam).
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Heat your grill on high. Reduce heat to medium low and place the foil pouches directly over the heat. Close the lid of the grill and cook for 30 - 40 minutes. (Cooking time will vary upon size of onions). Resist the temptation to open the grill and the pouches.
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Remove from grill and allow to stand for a full 5 minutes before opening the pouches. (Caution, the steam from the pouches will be hot).
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Using tongs or a spoon carefully transfer the onion onto a plate or bowl. Use a spoon to drizzle any remaining butter from the bottom of the pouch over the onion.
I was complete amazed how the cheese did not "run away" and how the onion took on such a mild flavor. I hope you will give this one a try, I really think you will like it.
Can you bake them in the oven instead of grilling them? If so, are there any ideas on a time or temp?
I have never tried to bake them Claire. I would think you could. I would guess a medium oven temp around 350. I would check them after 20 minutes. Let us know if you give them a try in the oven please. Thanks!
It would seem “Claire” isn’t going to write back with her findings. so i will.
20 minutes at 350 did not do the trick. the onions were underdone and quite sharp while still being a bit floppy.
i would recommend the temp to be 375 and for the onions to be cooked for a MINIMUM of 30min.
having said all of that i do LOVE this recipe and look forward to a slightly sweeter, less sharp experience next time.
Thanks for the info Thomas. As I mentioned I have personally never tried them in the oven. I would guess under cooked however would not give the best results for sure. Thank you for doing the testing for us!
Could Feta cheese work instead?
You certainly could, it would just have a different flavor profile. Let me know if you try it how it turns out for you.
My friend made these and she baked them 355° for hour
Yes these can also be made in the oven. I am glad your friend gave the recipe a try, I hope she enjoyed them. Thanks!
Can you also bake the onion? Thank you.
You most certainly could bake these in the oven. I would guess 350f – 375F for 40 to 50 minutes. Please let me know how they turn. Hope you enjoy!!
These are so delicious! I have made them several times just this past month. You must give these a try.
Sounds like you enjoyed them as much as we do. Glad to hear they are a hit. Thanks for visiting my blog!
Christoph, a great idea – I am pinning to my Recipes to try as well. Thanks for bringing it to the BBQ. Cheers
What a absolutely delicious recipe! Thank you for sharing it on the BBQ Block Party. Hope to see you next week with another awesome recipe.
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That is so outrageous! What a great idea, I am booking marking now. I would love it if you would share your recipe on our BBQ Block Party-Linky Party.
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Hope to see you there.
Thanks for the invite. See you there!
They look so delicious! I am sure gonna try this weekend..
These onions are fantastic. When you open the foil pouch after they come off of the grill, be sure to spoon any liquid that has collected in the bottom back over the top of the onion. Hope you enjoy, and would love to hear how you like them. Thanks for visiting my blog.