Friday, March 18, 2011

Onions, Onions, Onions.......


I cannot imagine a life without onions.   I mean, I couldn't---and wouldn't---even consider eating a hamburger without a generous slice of onion on it.  And look at all those dishes that have onion included in the recipe.  Why, a world without onions?  No, thanks.
I Am Old School---I Like My Onion Rings Fried, With A Light, Crispy Crunch That Allows the Flavor of the Onion to Shine 
The onion is closely related to another food additive I love---garlic.  Onions are popular around the world---every culture uses onions in its diet to one degree or another.  They can be sliced, chopped and powdered, as well as simply eaten whole, which I have been known to do.  Depending on the variety, they can be spicy, tart, pungent, sweet, sharp or mild.

Onions were first cultivated around 3,000 BC.  Claims regarding their health benefits include the common cold, diabetes, cancer, osteoporosis, high cholesterol, heart disease, and many more.

Personally, I prefer the Vidalia variety.  This particular onion is grown in the area surrounding Vidalia, Georgia (US).  It is a wonderfully sweet variety that is heavenly.  Close behind the Vidalia variety---in my humble opinion---is  the Walla Walla, Washington sweet onion.  But, my main point is this---no matter where it is grown, or what the flavor might be, onions are a necessity of life, not to be taken for granted.
Cindy reminded me of what her mom used to tell her when she would go on a date---"Don't eat any onions".  But hells bells, if a date is offended by the smell of onions, he/she ain't worth gettin' serious over!
I Like to Grill Vidalia Onions.  Oh, Yeah, Babe...
What would this tired old world be without onions?  If God made anything better, He kept it for Himself.
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  1. TexWisGirlMarch 18, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    Ha ha! You reminded me of how my father used to eat big onions like they were an apple. :)

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  2. RHYTHM AND RHYMEMarch 18, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    I like onions Clint, but I don't know if you know I am epileptic......have been for 25 yrs not that it bothers me , I always say that it lives with Me, AND NOT ME LIVE WITH IT.
    Having said that to get back to onions if on the occasional time I have a seizure all I can smell is ONIONS, why I don't know.

    Have a great week-end.
    Yvonne.

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  3. Sabine GimmMarch 18, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    I love onions but only cooked.
    Greetings Sabine

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  4. Karen Kyle EricsonMarch 18, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    Hahaha you silly! What a fun post. I hope Cindy shares your love for onions. I drive my husband crazy because I don't. Even leave them out of recipes... but don't tell him that.

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  5. Jane @ Hard Work HomesteadMarch 18, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    And to think, Onions were once thought to be poison. I am not as big of fan of onions as you Clint. I can tolerate them cooked, but raw they give me terrible heartburn.

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  6. Mary BergfeldMarch 18, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    I'd like to offer garlic as another contender because of how it helps other food along. Your photos today are wonderful. I hope you have a great day. Blessings...Mary

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  7. Cindy EllisonMarch 18, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    You have so many interesting comments, Clint. BTW, you have so many wonderful followers, I feel like I know them, too!

    I am going to put red onions in the new dish I am making tonight. Glad we have the ♥ of onions in common! ;~)

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  8. ClintMarch 18, 2011 at 3:55 PM

    Texwis---I have seen myself do exactly that. I woulda' loved your dad.

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  9. ClintMarch 18, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    Hi Yvonne---I'm happy you have the right attitude about your epilepsy. That is so important. I can understand why someone might not care for onions if they got that smell sensation when a seizure hit. Please take care of yourself and have a wonderful weekend, my friend.

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  10. ClintMarch 18, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    Sabine---Lots of folks only eat cooked onions. I like'em any way I can get 'em!

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  11. ClintMarch 18, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    Karen---TERRIBLE! :) Actually I'm laffin' at your covert activities. Gotta keep an eye on you women!

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  12. ClintMarch 18, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    Jane---Occasionally I can get heartburn from them, too---especially the strong, pungent ones.

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  13. ClintMarch 18, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    Mary---Garlic is another love of mine. Plus, it keeps vampires away.

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  14. Karen Kyle EricsonMarch 18, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    Cindy I still need to follow your blog. Sorry for the delay but I feel like we're all friends already.

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  15. Karen Kyle EricsonMarch 18, 2011 at 5:43 PM

    Ok Cindy is all linked into my photography blog. Nice photos Cindy! I started out with crayons too. And... stealing my Dad's Polaroid Instamatic when he was busy with the grown-ups. I was only 5. Greetings from Monmouth County it's in my list on the sidebar. Have a great weekend you two!

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  16. LisaMarch 18, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    I love onions too and I looovvvvve garlic. We eat whole fried garlic, pickled garlic and garlic is in our every food. I make the best pasta sauce because I use a lot and a lot of onions and garlic. I think over here parents feed their children garlic so that they won't go on a date;)

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  17. ClintMarch 18, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    Ocean Girl---YOU ARE MAKIN' ME SALIVATE! You must be a sensational cook. I love garlic, too. Hugs.

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  18. ClintMarch 18, 2011 at 9:32 PM

    Karen---did you and the Cinderoo get hooked up? Blessings.

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  19. kelliMarch 18, 2011 at 9:37 PM

    clint, i can smell ya from over here! hehe. i had my onion bread again tonight. i enjoy onions and looove garlic.

    fun post! have a splendid weekend!=)

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  20. AnonymousMarch 19, 2011 at 2:27 AM

    Watch it Clint, remember the leeks of Egypt? I like you believe that onions and the onion family spice up our lives. I love them in just about anything except deserts.

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  21. Sr Crystal Mary LindseyMarch 19, 2011 at 3:10 AM

    I love onions, but fried when on Hamburgers.
    I wonder if you have tried this: Chopped tomatos,and raw onions,fresh basil and some garlic, salt to taste and mixed with olive oil to flavour. Eat on crispy bread...This is an Italian recipe.
    I was waiting for you to say you love Chilli!
    Gosh I learned to love this when living in the U.S. But not tooooo HOT.
    So yummy and good for you. Hugs

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  22. ClintMarch 19, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    Kelli---I'm guilty as charged. Some women like the smell of Old Spice,some like English Leather. I've found Cindy, who likes garlic and onions. Ha.

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  23. ClintMarch 19, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    Sue---I'm watchin'it!

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  24. ClintMarch 19, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    Crystal Mary---That sounds sooo good! Gonna have to try it.

    I also like chili---here in Texas we fancy ourselves experts on the subject.

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  25. UnknownMarch 19, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    Just today...my husband opted NOT to put the sliced onion on his grilled chicken pita...I told him he was down right missing out! I LOVE THEM!!! They're beautiful too!

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  26. ClintMarch 19, 2011 at 5:10 PM

    He is missin'out---but that is all the more onion for YOU!

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  27. Mining for DiamondsMarch 19, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    I love onions too, but I wouldn't know a Vidalia onion from a Walla Walla onion! I love garlic as well! Doesn't take much! I like them cooked and raw. My hubby is not a fan...hasn't stopped me, though! He has an extremely sensitive nose and if I had garlic he swears he can smell it a whole week later!!!

    I spent some time in ViSalia, CA and people always asked if that was the onion capital,lol! Nope...but it is in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley so a great place to go if you love produce!

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