TANGY ONION FLOWERS

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"These flavorful baked onions are a great accompaniment to grilled meat," writes field editor Karen Owen of Rising Sun, Indiana. "They aren't crisp like the deep-fried 'blooming onions' served in restaurants, but we think they are equally delicious."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 4 onions (8 servings).

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 large sweet onions, peeled
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup coarsely crushed fat-free salad croutons

Steps:

Place the onions root end up on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 7-9 minutes or until crisp-tender. Invert onto a cutting board. Slice each onion into eight wedges to within 1/2 in. of bottom; fan out. Place each onion on a 12-in. square piece of foil coated with cooking spray., In a small bowl, combine vinegar, brown sugar, oregano, salt and pepper. Brush some over onions; set remaining mixture aside. Fold foil around onions; seal tightly. , Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 30-35 minutes or until tender. Open foil carefully. Place onions on a serving platter. Drizzle with remaining vinegar mixture; sprinkle with croutons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 48 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 203mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges