Old Fashioned Creamed Pearl Onions
Old Fashioned Creamed Pearl Onions feature tender onions in a rich, creamy sauce made with butter, flour, and milk. A perfect, classic side dish for holiday gatherings.
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 8 ounces pearl onions peeled
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk
- 1 pinch salt
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients
- Begin by gathering all ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.
Boil the Onions
- In a medium pot, bring four cups of water to a rolling boil. Add the peeled pearl onions and cook until they are tender, approximately 10 minutes. Once cooked, drain the onions, reserving two cups of the cooking liquid. Set the cooked onions aside.
Create the Roux
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, gradually whisk in the flour to form a smooth paste. Allow the roux to cook for 1-2 minutes, ensuring the flour flavor is cooked out.
Prepare the Cream Sauce
- Slowly add the reserved cooking liquid and the milk to the roux, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Continue stirring until the mixture thickens into a smooth, velvety cream sauce, approximately 5-7 minutes.
Season and Combine
- Add a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Gently fold in the cooked pearl onions, ensuring they are well-coated with the sauce.
Serve
- Transfer the creamed pearl onions to a serving dish and serve warm.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend designed for thickening sauces.