Roasted Onion Medley

To peel pearl onions easily, immerse them in boiling water for 2 to 3 minutes, then plunge them into ice water for an additional 2 minutes. Drain and cut off the root end of the onion and squeeze gently from the opposite end. The onion should slip out of its skin fairly easily.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375ºF, line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil and coat with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

Fry the bacon until moderately crisp. Drain on paper towels, reserving 1 tablespoon of the fat and set aside.

Step 3

Place the pearl onions, red onions and sweet onions in a large bowl. Toss to combine. Drizzle with the reserved bacon fat and olive oil. Toss again to coat lightly and season with salt and pepper.

Step 4

Scatter the onions as evenly as possible on the baking sheet and roast for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the onions are soft and beginning to brown.

Step 5

Removed the onions from the oven and place in a bowl. Drizzle with maple syrup and add the thyme leaves and bacon. Combine well and place back on the baking sheet. Return to the oven for 2 to 3 minutes, then transfer to a serving bowl.