BAKED SWEET ONION CHEDDAR DIP

BAKED SWEET ONION CHEDDAR DIP 1 1/4 cups finely chopped yellow sweet onions ( Maya, Vidalia, etc) 1 garlic clove, minced 1/4 cup mayonnaise ( Best Foods, Hellmann’s, or Vegenaise) 1/4 cup plain yogurt or 1/4 cup sour cream 1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese Tabasco sauce, to taste 1/8 teaspoon curry powder, to taste ( optional, but oh so good!) 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese 1/8 teaspoon smoked spanish paprika or 1/8 teaspoon dried ancho chile powder or 1/8 teaspoon sweet paprika 1 tablespoon chopped green onion, for garnish Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a bowl, mix together the onions, garlic, mayonnaise, yogurt or sour cream, cheddar, and Tabasco (and curry powder, if using). Spread into a lightly pan sprayed small-ish baking dish. Top with Parmesan and sprinkle with paprika to taste. (Ground ancho chile powder can be substituted for the paprika, for a little more kick. I prefer the ancho.). Bake in preheated 350 degree F oven for 25 to 30 minutes. Garnish with chopped green onion (scallion). Serve hot or warm with crackers, bread, or raw veggie dippers. Makes about 6 servings. I usually make a double batch