Caramelized Onion RITZwich

Name: Caramelized Onion RITZwich
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 3
Ingredients: 12 RITZ Crackers; 2 oz. sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 12 slices; 2 Tbsp. onions

Caramelized onions are great to have on hand for sandwiches, omelets and these RITZ Cracker snacks that melt sharp cheddar cheese over the onions.

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Makes 3 servings, 2 cracker sandwiches each.

Ingredient list

12 RITZ Crackers
2 oz. sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 12 slices
2 Tbsp. caramelized onions

Directions

Heat oven to 350°F.

Place crackers in single layer on baking sheet; top with cheese.

Bake 3 to 5 min. or until cheese is melted.

Spoon onions onto 6 crackers; cover with remaining crackers, cheese sides down.

Recipe Tips

Size Wise
Delicately cooked onions and sharp cheddar cheese are the perfect toppings for these tasty treats. And since they are bite size, it's easy for you to control portions.
How to Make Caramelized Onions
Cook 4 cups sliced onions in 2 Tbsp. oil in large skillet on medium heat 10 min., stirring frequently. Cook an additional 20 min. or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Makes about 1-1/4 cups caramelized onions. Use as a topping for cooked burgers, or as a filling for meat sandwiches or omelets. Store in refrigerator up to 5 days, or freeze up to 1 month, before using as desired.
Substitute
Prepare using your favorite variety of RITZ Crackers.