Crispy Oven-Fried Onion Rings

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   Place racks in upper and lower thirds of oven.

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   Coat 2 large rimmed baking sheets with cooking spray.

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   Cut off both ends of onions and peel.

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   Cut into 1/2 inch thick slices.

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   Separate slices into rings.

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   Put the rings in a big bowl, cover with cold water.

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   Preheat oven to 450F.

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   Mix well flour and baking powder in a shallow plate.

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   Beat eggs lightly in another shallow bowl.

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    Mix well breadcrumbs and seasoning in a third shallow plate.

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    Working with one ring at once, remove the ring from the water, letting any excess drip off.

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    Coat in flour, shaking off excess.

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    Dip in eggs and let any excess drip off.

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    Then coat in the breadcrumb mixture, shaking off any excess.

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    Place on the prepared baking sheets.

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    Then repeat it until finished.

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    Generously coat the onion rings with cooking spray.

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    Bake for 10 minutes.

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    Turn over each onion ring and return sheets to the oven, switching the positions of the baking sheets.

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    Go on baking until the onion rings are brown and very crispy, 6 to 8 minutes more.

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    Cool slightly, seasoning with salt if desired, serve warm.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.