Baked Onion Dip

If you are an onion-lover like my family is, then you will enjoy this easy dip recipe. Baked Onion Dip is a tasty blend of sweet onion, Cheddar, mayo and Parmesan, baked until bubbly and golden, makes a delightful appetizer for your party or family get-together.

Some people like this cheesy hot dip so much that they can't tear themselves away from the appetizer table to eat their dinner. Simply serve with an assortment of crackers and breads.

Onion Health
Onions are a rich source of flavonoids, they are known to provide protection against cardiovascular disease. Onions are also natural anticlotting agents. Onion extracts, rich in a variety of sulfides, provide some protection against tumor growth. In central Georgia where Vidalia onions are grown and eaten regularly, death rates from stomach cancer are about one-half the average level for the United States.

Add a a teaspoon of hot sauce if you would like a bit more zip in your dip.

Baked Onion Dip Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cups chopped sweet onion
• 2 cups mayonnaise

Preparation:

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
2. Lightly grease a 1 quart baking dish.
3. In a medium bowl, mix Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise and sweet onion.
4. Transfer to the baking dish and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
5. Bake in the preheated oven 40 to 45 minutes, or until onions are tender and the mixture is bubbly and lightly browned.