-Pablo Neruda, Ode to the Onion

 

It would be difficult to overstate just how important onions are to global cuisine. Nearly every culinary tradition the world over relies on onions in some form or another, and they often serve as the very bedrock of flavor that dishes are built upon. Noted for their sweetness, Vidalia Onions are a particularly essential allium, which is why we’re proud to offer them in convenient, two-pound bags during the spring and summer months.

 

Grown for us in the state of Georgia, where only 20 counties are legally allowed to cultivate and call this particular variant Vidalia (and where the Vidalia Onion is the state vegetable, in fact!), our Vidalias can be used in any application that calls for an onion. We find, however, that they’re particularly great for roasting, caramelizing, and quick-pickling—all of which will accentuate their natural sweetness. Raw, they’re excellent for topping sandwiches, burgers, and hot dogs, and make an awesome ingredient for salads, salsas, and skewers. For an easy, out-of-this-world confit, try cooking them low and slow in a skillet with butter, sugar, and a touch of red wine until they reach a super dark, golden brown.