Broccoli Stuffed Vidalia Onions (Dairy)

DIRECTIONS

• Peel and halve the onions. Pot boil in salted water for 12 minutes. Remove centers, leaving about 3/4″ edge.
• s. Place onion cups in a 13x9x2″ pan.
• Chop the center portions which were removed from the onions to equal about 1 cup.
• Cook broccoli to package directions; drain.
• Combine chopped onion, broccoli, Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise and lemon juice; spoon into the onion cups.
• Note: at this point the onions can be refrigerated until ready to bake.
• Melt butter; blend in the flour, salt, pepper and garlic powder(if using). Add milk and cook until thick, stirring constantly.
• Remove from heat and blend in softened cream cheese. Spoon sauce over the onions; bake, uncovered, at 375*F. for 20 minutes.
• Serve and enjoy!