Savannah's Innsite July 2007 Brought to you by the Foley House Inn
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Greetings!
In the 1940s the state of Georgia built a farmer's market in Vidalia
which greatly aided in spreading the word about "those Vidalia Onions"
which is how they got their famous name. During the growing season temperatures average in the mid-50s in the
winter and mid-70s in the spring. This, combined with an abundant rainfall, produces a sweet, mild Vidalia Onion with a somewhat
flat top and bottom.
This month we feature Quita's Vidalia Onion Bites that make wonderful use of Georgia's favorite onion.
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Quita's Vidalia Onion Bites
1 cup Vidalia onion, chopped 1 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
1 cup Mayonnaise (Do not use Light Mayonnaise) Mix all ingredients together in bowl. Using your
favorite bread (wheat or white) trim the
edges off. Place about 1 tablespoon of the onion mixture on each bread slice.
Cut into bite sizes pieces (square or triangle). Place on a baking sheet. Bake
for about 3 to 4 minutes at 375 degrees or until edges are lightly brown. Serve
hot.
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