Stuffed Onions

Directions

1. 1
   Peel onions without cutting through the bases.
2. 2
   In large pot of boiling water, cook onions about 20 minutes.
3. 3
   Drain & immerse in a pot of COLD water.
4. 4
   Preheat oven to 400 degrees F & oil a baking dish big enough to contain the 6 onions without crowding.
5. 5
   Using a small sharp knife, cut around & scoop out the central section of each onion.
6. 6
   Remove about half the inside (saving it for soup or sandwiches).
7. 7
   Lightly salt empty cavities, then let onions drain upside down.
8. 8
   In a small bowl, beat the ham into the egg.
9. 9
   Stir in bread crumbs, parsley, garlic, nutmeg & ALL BUT 3 tablespoons of the grated cheese.
10. 10
    Add 3 tablespoons of the oil & season with salt & pepper.
11. 11
    Pat insides of the onions dry with paper towels, then stuff them using a small spoon.
12. 12
    Arrange onions in one layer in prepared baking dish.
13. 13
    Sprinkle tops with remaining cheese & then with oil.
14. 14
    Bake for 45 minutes, or until onions are tender & golden on top.
15. 15
    Remove from oven & serve hot!