Vidalia onion season is here! Vidalia onions are available seasonally each year from April through August. What makes vidalia onions so beloved and sought out each year? These onions are known for its mild, sweet flavor and low pungency, and not causing eye irritation when cut, making it ideal for raw use in salads, sandwiches, and salsas.
Vidalia onions is a patented variety of onion grown under specific conditions. These coveted sweet onions are grown exclusively in 20 South Georgia counties, designated by the Federal Marketing Order No. 955. The low-sulfur soil in this region is what gives Vidalias their signature sweetness. If you are looking for an authentic Vidalia, look for PLU 4159, which is exclusively for these sweet Georgia onions.
We make a rich, hot dip to use these fabulous onions. Using only diced Vidalia onion, mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, fresh garlic and a dash of hot pepper sauce, you can quickly make a dip to wow your guests or family.
Heat oven to 375 degrees. Combine all ingredients in a one quart casserole. Bake 25 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with crackers or toasted French bread slices.
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Baked Vidalia Onion Dip
This is a hot dip using seasonal sweet Vidalia onions.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Heat oven to 375 degrees. Combine all ingredients in a one quart casserole. Bake 25 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with crackers or toasted French bread slices.