Sweet Onion Stacks Recipe

Name: Sweet Onion Stacks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter; 6 fresh thyme sprigs; 1/3 cup bourbon; 4 (8-oz.) sweet onions; 1/4 cup Champagne vinegar; 1 teaspoon grated sweet onion; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/3 cup olive oil; 12 to 16 tomato slices; 1/2 (4-oz.) package goat cheese, softened; 16 fresh basil leaves; 4 thick bacon slices, cooked and halved; 4 cups firmly packed mixed salad greens with fresh herbs

Servings: persons

1/2 cup butter
6 fresh thyme sprigs
1/3 cup bourbon
4 (8-oz.) sweet onions
1/4 cup Champagne vinegar
1 teaspoon grated sweet onion
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/3 cup olive oil
12 to 16 tomato slices
1/2 (4-oz.) package goat cheese, softened
16 fresh basil leaves
4 thick bacon slices, cooked and halved
4 cups firmly packed mixed salad greens with fresh herbs

1
Preheat grill to 300u00b0 to 350u00b0 (medium) heat. Cook first 3 ingredients in a 2-qt. heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly, 2 minutes.
2
Cut each onion crosswise into 3 slices. Grill onion slices, covered with grill lid, 32 minutes, turning every 4 minutes and basting with bourbon mixture with each turn during last half of grill time. Remove from grill, wrap in aluminum foil, and let stand 10 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, whisk together vinegar and next 5 ingredients. Add oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking constantly until smooth. Whisk before serving.
4
Sprinkle tomato slices with salt and pepper to taste. Place 1 tomato slice (or stack 2) on each of 4 plates. Top each with 1 onion slice, and spread with 1 1/2 tsp. goat cheese. Top each stack with 2 basil leaves and 1 bacon piece. Repeat layers once. Top with remaining onions. Spoon 1 Tbsp. vinaigrette over each stack.
5
Toss greens with 3 Tbsp. vinaigrette, and serve immediately with Sweet Onion Stacks and remaining vinaigrette.

1309

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup butter, 6 fresh thyme sprigs, 1/3 cup bourbon, 4 (8-oz.) sweet onions, and more.

Yes, Sweet Onion Stacks falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

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Sweet Onion Stacks

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