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These are some of the best creamed onions ever to pass through our Test Kitchens. With a crusty top and white Cheddar sauce-what's not to love? Ingredients:
2 (10-ounce) packages fresh pearl onions, peeled |
2 tablespoons butter |
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour |
1 1/4 cups half-and-half |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper |
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard |
dash of ground nutmeg |
1 1/2 cups (6 ounces) shredded white cheddar cheese, divided |
1 1/4 cups fresh breadcrumbs |
2 tablespoons butter, melted |
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme |
Directions:
1. Place onions in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to boil; reduce heat, and simmer 6 to 8 minutes or until onions are just tender. Drain well. Set aside.
2. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a heavy saucepan over low heat; add flour, stirring until smooth. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add half-and-half; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Add salt and next 3 ingredients. Add 1 cup shredded cheese; stir until cheese melts. Gently stir in drained onions. Pour onion mixture into a lightly greased 1-quart baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheese.
3. Toss breadcrumbs with melted butter and thyme until crumbs are well coated. Sprinkle evenly over cheese.
4. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25 to 30 minutes or until thoroughly heated and top is golden.
5. *Pulse 3 bread slices in a mini food chopper or food processor. It should yield 1 1/4 cups breadcrumbs.
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