Onions

The more you cook, the more you realize just how often onions come in handy. Let’s learn more about this vegetable because it’s a flavor staple for the home chef. Types of onions Fun fact: Onions make you cry because of the sulfur content. It’s what gives them their flavor, but it’s also what gives them their bite. It’s a sassy vegetable — that’s for sure. There are several types of onions and you can use most of them in similar ways, but they all have their strengths and weaknesses. Yellow…

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Savor the simplicity of Balsamic Roasted Onions, featuring sweet onions, balsamic vinegar, and a hint of white wine, perfectly seasoned and roasted to perfection. Ideal as a flavorful side dish or a charming addition to your antipasti spread.

Scientific Name: Allium cepa. Shallots are a variety in this species. Scallions are a different species, Allium fistulosum. Common Names: “onion”, including all cooking varieties: yellow onion, Spanish onion, red globe onion, white onion, sweet onion. Distribution and Habitat: Onions are cultivated globally in a wide range of climates. China, India, and the United States are the world’s top producers of onions, mostly for domestic consumption. Egypt is the top onion exporter and other…