Grandma'S Famous Creamed Onions Au Gratin Recipe

Name: Grandma'S Famous Creamed Onions Au Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 14 ounces frozen petite whole onions, thawed (Birds Eye); 2 tablespoons flour; 1/3 cup dry white wine; 1/4 teaspoon minced fresh leaf thyme; 1/3 cup cream or 1/3 cup half-and-half; 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard (or prepared horseradish); 1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg; 1 pinch white pepper; kosher salt, to taste; 1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese; 1/2 teaspoon thinly snipped fresh chives, to garnish

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter
14 ounces frozen petite whole onions, thawed (Birds Eye)
2 tablespoons flour
1/3 cup dry white wine
1/4 teaspoon minced fresh leaf thyme
1/3 cup cream or 1/3 cup half-and-half
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard (or prepared horseradish)
1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
1 pinch white pepper
kosher salt, to taste
1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon thinly snipped fresh chives, to garnish

1
THAW 1 (14 ounce) bag Bird's Eye Frozen petite Whole Onions; LET drain; MINCE 1/4 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves; GRATE 1/2 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese; SET aside.
2
MELT 2 tablespoons butter in a 1-2 quart saucepan over medium heat; ADD drained onions; RAISE heat to medium-high; STIR onions constantly as they cook, until they begin to caramelize.
3
SPRINKLE 2 tablespoons flour over onions; STIR for for 1 minute.
4
DEGLAZE onions with 1/3 cup dry white wine; ADD the minced thyme; STIR, scraping the bottom, until wine evaporates.
5
REDUCE heat to medium-low.
6
ADD 1/3 cup cream or half and half; STIR until sauce is warmed and thickened.
7
SEASON sauce with 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard (or prepared horseradish), 1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg, 1 pinch ground white pepper, and kosher salt, to taste.
8
REMOVE from heat; ADD the grated cheese; STIR until cheese is completely melted.
9
GARNISH with thinly snipped chives and SERVE.
10
GET READY to melt into your seat after just one taste!

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 14 ounces frozen petite whole onions, thawed (Birds Eye), 2 tablespoons flour, 1/3 cup dry white wine, and more.

Yes, Grandma'S Famous Creamed Onions Au Gratin falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grandma'S Famous Creamed Onions Au Gratin

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