For a richer flavor, try using half-and-half or heavy cream instead of milk. A pinch of nutmeg adds a warm, subtle spice to the sauce. If you're short on time, frozen pearl onions can be used. Simply thaw them before cooking. To prevent the milk from scorching, use a heavy-bottomed saucepan and stir frequently. For a more complex flavor profile, sauté a finely minced shallot or garlic in the butter before adding the flour.
Mom's Traditional Creamed Onions
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME30 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS148
Elevate your side dish game with these lusciously creamy onions, a comforting classic perfect alongside roasted meats or as a delightful vegetarian option. Their delicate sweetness and velvety sauce make them an irresistible addition to any meal.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate17 g
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Cholesterol40 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein5 g
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Saturated Fat9 g
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Sodium143 mg
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Sugar7 g
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Fat14 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Gather all ingredients. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the peeled pearl onions and cook until they are just tender when pierced with a fork, about 8-10 minutes. Drain the onions in a colander, reserving 2 cups of the cooking liquid. Set the onions and liquid aside separately.
03 Step
Recipe View In the same saucepan (wiped clean), melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to create a smooth roux. This step is crucial for a lump-free sauce.
04 Step
Recipe View Gradually whisk the milk into the reserved onion cooking liquid. Slowly pour this mixture into the saucepan with the roux, whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
05 Step
Recipe View Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Gently stir in the cooked pearl onions until they are evenly coated in the creamy sauce. Heat through for another minute or two.
06 Step
Recipe View Transfer the creamed onions to a serving dish and serve immediately. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, if desired. (2 minutes)
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Natalia Berge
Jun 4, 2025Adding a shallot really elevated the flavor. Will definitely make this again.
Thelma Cassin
May 28, 2025Easy to follow and the onions came out perfectly tender. My family loved them!
Tommie Metz
Apr 27, 2025The key is definitely whisking constantly to avoid lumps. My sauce was so smooth and creamy.
Ernesto Wehner
Oct 25, 2024These were so much better than the creamed onions I've had before! The hint of nutmeg was perfect.
Marty Weimann
Sep 27, 2024I used frozen pearl onions and they worked great. A real time-saver!