Stuffed Onions

Directions

1. 1
   Cut thick slice from the top and scoop center from each onion.
2. 2
   Set aside.
3. 3
   (I find using a melon scoop the easiest way to remove the centers) Place in saucepan with salted water and cook for 25 minutes.
4. 4
   Drain shells well, and brush each with oil.
5. 5
   Sprinkle generously with paprika.
6. 6
   Chop reserved onion.
7. 7
   Cook in 1/4 cup butter until tender.
8. 8
   Stir in parsley, half and half, olives, walnuts, cheese and salt, mixing well.
9. 9
   Spoon mixture into prepared onion shells and place in a shallow baking dish.
10. 10
    Combine bread crumbs and 1 TBS butter, melted.
11. 11
    Sprinkle on top of onions.
12. 12
    Bake at 350*F for 15 minutes.