How to Create Outback's Loaded Blooming Onion | Get the Dish

Ok Outback - we've seen your loaded blooming onion and we're hooked. A deep fried onion covered with cheesy bacon fries? But why are they a limited edition item? They should be a permanent fixture on the menu - but just in case you decide to take them away, we've whipped up a homemade version to satiate our comfort food cravings!
Loaded Bloomin' Onion
Inspired by Outback Steakhouse
1 blooming onion
1 1/2 cups french fries
1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
2/3 cup Mexican blend shredded cheese
2 strips cooked bacon, diced
Non-stick cooking spray
1 cup Ranch dressing
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Preheat oven to 350ºF.
Prep outback-style blooming onion and heat oil.
Combine french fries with seasoning salt, onion powder, and oregano in a medium bowl and toss until well-mixed. Arrange seasoned fries on a small sheet tray sprayed with non-stick cooking spray and bake for about 6 minutes, or until the fries have begun to crisp up slightly.
While the fries are crisping up fry blooming onion and then place on paper towels to let excess oil drain off.
Next, top the warm fries with cheese blend and bacon and bake for another 4 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbling. Immediately top the blooming onion with the warm gooey cheese fries.
Lastly mix together Ranch dressing and cayenne pepper to serve on the side.
Cook time: 2 hours
Serves: 4 to 6
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