Creamed Pearl Onion Gratin Source: Adapted from Southern Living (Printable recipe)

INGREDIENTS

(10 to 12 oz.) package fresh OR 1 (16 oz.) package frozen pearl onions

2 tbsp

unsalted butter

2 tbsp

all-purpose flour

1 1/4 cups

half-and-half

1/2 tsp

salt

1/2 tsp

freshly ground black pepper

1/4 tsp

dry ground mustard

ground nutmeg

1 1/2 cups

shredded white sharp cheddar cheese, divided

4 tbsp

unsalted butter, melted

1 1/4 cups

fresh whole wheat breadcrumbs (about 3 slices of bread)

to 2 tsp. chopped fresh thyme