Molasses-Baked Onions

Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Molasses-Baked Onions
300 min.
8
218kcal

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Indulge in the rich, savory delight of Molasses-Baked Onions, a gluten-free side dish that promises to elevate any meal. This recipe is perfect for those who appreciate the sweet and smoky flavors that come together beautifully in the oven. Imagine the aroma wafting through your kitchen as sweet onions caramelize, absorbing the luscious blend of molasses, tomato juice, and savory bacon.

With a total cooking time of 300 minutes, this dish is ideal for leisurely gatherings or special occasions where you want to impress your guests. Each serving is not only satisfying but also packs a punch with 218 calories, making it a guilt-free addition to your dining table. The combination of tender onions and crispy bacon creates a delightful contrast in textures, while the molasses adds a unique depth of flavor that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Whether you're hosting a holiday feast or simply looking to add a touch of gourmet flair to your weeknight dinners, Molasses-Baked Onions are sure to be a hit. This dish pairs wonderfully with roasted meats or can stand alone as a hearty vegetarian option. Get ready to savor the sweet and savory goodness that will leave your taste buds dancing!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 pound bacon halved
  • tablespoons blackstrap molasses (regular or robust; not blackstrap)
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 12 fluid ounces sacremento tomato juice 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  • large onions such as vidalia sweet (3 to 4 lb total)
  • 1.5 cups water 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Peel and trim onions, keeping root ends intact, then halve each lengthwise. Arrange, cut sides up, in 1 layer in a 13- by 9- by 2-inch glass baking dish or other 2 1/2-quart shallow baking dish.
  3. Bring tomato juice, water, butter, molasses, and salt to a boil in a 2-quart heavy saucepan, stirring occasionally, then pour over onions.
  4. Bake onions, uncovered, basting with juices every 30 minutes, until tender, about 2 hours.
  5. Lay 2 pieces of bacon side by side over each onion half and continue to bake onions, basting once with juices halfway through baking, until onions are very tender, bacon is browned, and juices are thickened, about 1 hour more.
  6. Onions can be baked 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Reheat, covered with foil, in a preheated 350°F oven 20 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories218kcal
Protein9.44%
Fat57.45%
Carbs33.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.42
Glycemic Load
2.18
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
7.6317390773607%

Flavonoids

Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.13mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
1.91mg
Myricetin
1.91mg
Quercetin
24.56mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:218.31kcal
10.92%
Fat:14.25g
21.92%
Saturated Fat:5.57g
34.82%
Carbohydrates:18.48g
6.16%
Net Carbohydrates:16.81g
6.11%
Sugar:13.62g
15.14%
Cholesterol:26.24mg
8.75%
Sodium:355.14mg
15.44%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.27g
10.54%
Vitamin C:16.06mg
19.47%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.67%
Potassium:428.52mg
12.24%
Manganese:0.24mg
11.85%
Folate:47.04µg
11.76%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.28%
Selenium:7.58µg
10.83%
Phosphorus:95.88mg
9.59%
Magnesium:35.79mg
8.95%
Vitamin B3:1.71mg
8.53%
Copper:0.16mg
8.19%
Fiber:1.67g
6.67%
Vitamin A:299.21IU
5.98%
Iron:0.98mg
5.42%
Calcium:51.46mg
5.15%
Vitamin B5:0.47mg
4.74%
Zinc:0.64mg
4.26%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.18%
Vitamin E:0.38mg
2.52%
Vitamin B12:0.15µg
2.46%
Vitamin K:1.76µg
1.68%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.11%
Source:Epicurious