Grilled Stuffed Onions

Directions

1. 1
   Cook and stir bacon in medium skillet on medium heat until crisp.
2. 2
   Meanwhile, cut thin slice off top of each onion; discard top.
3. 3
   Use small spoon to scoop out centers of onions, leaving 1/2-inch-thick shells.
4. 4
   Finely chop removed onions.
5. 5
   Remove bacon from skillet with slotted spoon, reserving 1 Tbsp.
6. 6
   drippings in skillet.
7. 7
   Drain bacon on paper towels.
8. 8
   Add 1/2 cup chopped onions to drippings in skillet.
9. 9
   (Reserve any remaining chopped onions for another use.)
10. 10
    Cook 5 min.
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    or until onions are crisp-tender.
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    Add chiles and garlic; cook 2 min.
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    Stir in bacon.
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    Heat grill to medium heat.
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    Mix cream cheese, shredded cheese and thyme in medium bowl; stir in bacon mixture.
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    Spoon into onion shells.
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    Place 1 on each of 6 large sheets heavy-duty foil; drizzle with dressing.
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    Wrap foil tightly around onions, leaving room for heat circulation inside.
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    Grill 25 min.
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    or until onions are tender.