{"id":4674,"date":"2025-06-25T13:19:50","date_gmt":"2025-06-25T13:19:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/breckas.com\/?p=4674"},"modified":"2025-06-25T13:19:50","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T13:19:50","slug":"bacon-cheddar-onion-bombs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/breckas.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/25\/bacon-cheddar-onion-bombs\/","title":{"rendered":"Bacon Cheddar Onion Bombs"},"content":{"rendered":"

\ud83e\uddc5\ud83e\udd53 Bacon Cheddar Onion Bombs (Makes 4 large bombs)<\/p>\n

\u23f0 Time Overview<\/p>\n

\u2022 Prep Time: 30\u201335 minutes<\/p>\n

\u2022 Cook Time: 45\u201360 minutes (depending on cooking method)<\/p>\n

\u2022 Total Time: ~1 hour 15 minutes<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcdd Ingredients<\/p>\n

\ud83e\uddc5 For the Onion Bomb Shell:<\/p>\n

\u2022 2 large yellow or sweet onions (you\u2019ll use the outer layers to form the shells)<\/p>\n

\u2022 Toothpicks or kitchen twine (to secure the bombs)<\/p>\n

\ud83e\udd69 For the Meat Filling:<\/p>\n

\u2022 1 1\/2 lbs ground beef (80\/20 or 85\/15 for flavor and binding)<\/p>\n

\u2022 1 large egg<\/p>\n

\u2022 1\/2 cup breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers)<\/p>\n

\u2022 1\/4 cup milk<\/p>\n

\u2022 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce<\/p>\n

\u2022 1\/2 tsp garlic powder<\/p>\n

\u2022 1\/2 tsp onion powder<\/p>\n

\u2022 1\/2 tsp smoked paprika<\/p>\n

\u2022 1\/2 tsp salt<\/p>\n

\u2022 1\/4 tsp black pepper<\/p>\n

\u2022 1\/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)<\/p>\n

\u2022 1\/2 cup finely chopped green onions or chives<\/p>\n

\u2022 3\/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese<\/p>\n

\ud83e\uddc0 For the Cheesy Core:<\/p>\n

\u2022 1\/2 cup cubed cheddar or cheese curds (about 4\u20136 cubes total)<\/p>\n

\ud83e\udd53 For the Bacon Wrap:<\/p>\n

\u2022 8\u201312 slices regular-cut bacon (not thick-cut, so it crisps properly)<\/p>\n

\u2022 Optional: BBQ sauce or glaze for basting<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udd2a Step-by-Step Instructions<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udd25 Step 1: Prep the Onions<\/p>\n

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  1. Cut off the top and root ends of the onions, then peel.<\/li>\n
  2. Slice the onions in half vertically (from top to root).<\/li>\n
  3. Carefully separate the layers \u2014 you\u2019ll need 2\u20133 large outer layers per bomb to form the shell.
    \n\u2022 You should get about 4 full \u201cshells\u201d from 2 large onions.<\/li>\n
  4. Set aside the smaller inner layers for another use, or finely chop some to add to the meat mixture.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    \ud83e\uddc2 Step 2: Make the Meat Mixture<\/p>\n

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    1. In a large bowl, combine:
      \n\u2022 Ground beef
      \n\u2022 Egg
      \n\u2022 Breadcrumbs + milk
      \n\u2022 Worcestershire sauce
      \n\u2022 Garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, cayenne
      \n\u2022 Chopped green onions<\/li>\n
    2. Add shredded cheddar and mix just until fully incorporated.
      \n\u2022 Don\u2019t overmix \u2014 it can make the meat tough.<\/li>\n
    3. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions.<\/li>\n
    4. Press a cube or two of cheddar into the center of each portion and seal the meat around it to form a ball.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      \ud83e\uddc5 Step 3: Wrap with Onion Shells<\/p>\n

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      1. Take two large onion halves and wrap them around each meatball.<\/li>\n
      2. You may need to trim or overlap layers to get a snug fit.<\/li>\n
      3. Press firmly so the onion holds everything together.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        \ud83e\udd53 Step 4: Wrap with Bacon<\/p>\n

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        1. Lay out 2\u20133 strips of bacon per bomb.<\/li>\n
        2. Wrap the bacon around each onion bomb, tucking the ends underneath or securing with toothpicks.
          \n\u2022 Make sure all seams are covered to help hold in the cheesy center.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          \ud83c\udf21\ufe0f Step 5: Cooking Methods<\/p>\n

          \ud83d\udd25 A) Oven Method (Easiest):<\/p>\n

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          1. Preheat oven to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C).<\/li>\n
          2. Place bombs on a foil-lined baking sheet fitted with a wire rack (this allows fat to drain and heat to circulate).<\/li>\n
          3. Bake for 45\u201360 minutes, or until bacon is crisp and the internal temp reaches 160\u00b0F (71\u00b0C).<\/li>\n
          4. Optional: Brush with BBQ sauce in the last 10\u201315 minutes of cooking for extra flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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