Christmas is the feast commemorating the birth of Christ. It is fixed in the liturgical year as December 25th and is preceded by four week of fasting called Advent.Crumb Topping:
- 2 tbsp. butter, melted
- 1/3 cup bread crumbs
- ½ tsp. salt
- 1/8 tsp. dried thyme, whole
Peel the onions but leave them whole. Place the peeled onions in a large pot and add the chicken stock. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer gently for 30 minutes. Carefully drain the onions, reserving the stock for another use. Place the onions in a shallow ovenproof baking dish so that they fit comfortably. Combine the melted butter, paprika, black pepper, and salt and pour the mixture over the onions. Turn the onions so that all are coated with the seasoned butter mixture. Bake in a preheated 400 degree oven for 15 minutes.
Mix together all the ingredients for the crumb topping and sprinkle it over the onions. Bake 15 minutes longer.
