Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400?F.
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Combine the water, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, cayenne, and bay leaves in a large saucepan. Add the onions and bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the onions are slightly tender. Drain.
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Combine then garlic, onion pulp, and parsley in a food processor and puree. With the motor running, pour the olive oil through the feed tube in a steady stream. Add the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and the black pepper and pulse a couple of times to mix well.
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Place the onions in a shallow baking dish. Divide the garlic mixture evenly and spoon some into the center of each onion.
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Combine the bread crumbs, cheese, vegetable oil, and rub in a small mixing bowl. Spoon the mixture evenly on top of each onion. Bake for about 30 minutes, or until the tops of the onions are lightly brown.
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Serve hot.
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Yield: 4 servings