HEAVENLY CREAMED PEARL ONION CASSEROLE

Heavenly creamed pearl onion casserole image

Provided by sherry monfils

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 bag(s) 16 oz bag frozen bird's eye pearl onions, thawed
2 Tbsp unsalted butter
2 Tbsp flour
1-1/4 c hood's light cream
pinch salt and pepper, to taste
pinch ground mustard
dash(es) ground nutmeg
1-1/2 c good quality shredded, sharp white cheddar cheese
6 Tbsp melted butter
1-1/4 c italian style fine breadcrumbs
1 Tbsp fresh thyme, chopped

Steps:

1. Heat oven to 350. In a medium sized pot, melt 2 Tbsp butter over low heat. Whisk in the flour until smooth. Slowly whisk in the light cream. Increase heat to medium and cook & stir until thickened. Add salt & pepper to taste.
2. Add mustard and nutmeg. Add 1 cup of the cheese. Cook, stirring until cheese is melted. Stir in onions. Spoon into a 1 quart casserole dish.Sprinkle the top w/ remaining cheese.
3. In medium bowl, mix the 6 Tbsp melted butter and the breadcrumbs& chopped thyme until combined. Sprinkle over the cheese. Bake uncovered about 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and top is light golden brown.