Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/6 checked
4
servings
1 tbsp

butter

melted

0.5 unit

onion

thinly sliced

10.5 unit

flatbread

1 tsp

lemon zest

1 cup

italian cheese

shredded

0.5 cup

arugula

tightly packed

Step 1
~3 min

Melt butter in a small skillet over medium-low heat.

Step 2
~3 min

Add sliced onions to the skillet.

Step 3
~3 min

Cook the onions for 20 minutes, or until they are tender and golden brown, stirring occasionally.

Step 4
~3 min

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Step 5
~3 min

Place the flatbread on a baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 6
~3 min

Top the flatbread with the caramelized onions.

Step 7
~3 min

Sprinkle lemon zest over the onions.

Step 8
~3 min

Cover the onions and lemon zest with shredded Italian cheese.

Step 9
~3 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10
~3 min

Remove the flatbread from the oven.

Step 11
~3 min

Top with fresh arugula before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a deeper onion flavor, use Vidalia onions.

Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze after baking for extra sweetness and tang.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Caramelize the onions ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or light meal.

Pair with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Tomato Soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy/USA

Cultural Significance

A casual and shareable dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Game Day
Casual Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Party
Game Day
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

75/100

More Italian-American Lunch Recipes

Discover more delicious Italian-American Lunch recipes to expand your culinary repertoire