UPSIDE-DOWN ONION BREAD

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This rich, savory bread is loaded with cheddar cheese, chopped sweet onion and crumbled bacon. The thick wedges are delicious served alongside your entree...or even used for sandwiches.-Mary Leverette, Columbia, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 loaf (10 wedges).

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 large sweet onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
3/4 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
3 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 cup cold butter
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon

Steps:

In a large skillet over low heat, cook onion in oil and butter for 50 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a greased 9-in. deep-dish pie plate; sprinkle with thyme., In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt and pepper. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in cream just until moistened. Fold in cheese and bacon. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 8-10 times. Pat or roll into a 9-in. circle. Carefully place over onions., Bake at 400° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Immediately invert onto a large serving platter. Cool slightly; serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 492 calories, Fat 36g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 785mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.