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Get ready to celebrate National Onion Day on June 27 with some mouth-watering dishes! Onions have been around for thousands of years and are a versatile ingredient that can be used in many different types of cuisines. They've even been mentioned in the Bible as one of the seven species found in Israel! So why not show your love for onions by cooking up something special this National Onion Day?
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>3000 BC</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Onion Cultivation Begins</div><div class='timeline-text'>Onions were one of the earliest cultivated crops due to their ability to grow in diverse climates.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1500s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Onions Travel to America</div><div class='timeline-text'>Onions were brought to America by European settlers and quickly became a staple in the new culinary world.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Industrial Growth of Onions</div><div class='timeline-text'>The industrial revolution brought about new farming technologies making onion growth more efficient on a large scale.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Vidalia Onions Brought to Market</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the mid to late 1950s, Vidalia onions, well known for their sweet flavor, were brought from Georgia to markets nationally.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1983</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Onion Association Founded</div><div class='timeline-text'>The National Onion Association was founded to promote the consumption of onions in the US.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First National Onion Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first National Onion Day was observed in 2016 to honor and promote the culinary significance of onions.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make an onion-based dish</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Whether you're making a French onion soup, a caramelized onion tart, or an onion and goat cheese pizza, onions make for a delicious main or side dish.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit an onion farm</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to learn more about where your onions come from and visit an onion farm near you. You can take part in activities such as harvesting, packing, sorting and loading.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host an Onion Day party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for a fun day of onion themed activities and food. Have everyone bring their favorite onion dish to share. Consider having an onion eating contest or decorating competition.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Eat at an all-onion restaurant</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you’re feeling adventurous, try out an all-onion restaurant. These restaurants have dishes that range from sweet to savory and are sure to tantalize your taste buds.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make Onion Day crafts</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative with some art projects using onions as the main ingredient. Try making paper mache onions, onion stamps, and onion headbands.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Onions are nutritious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Onions are an excellent source of nutrition. They're packed full of vitamins and minerals like Vitamin C, folate, magnesium, and potassium. Plus, they contain a healthy dose of dietary fiber to keep your digestive system happy!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Onions add flavor to any dish</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Onions are one of the most versatile ingredients in cooking. Whether they're diced or sliced, raw or cooked, onions can take any dish from dull to delightful with their sweet and savory flavor. Plus, their mild, pungent aroma adds an extra depth of flavor to your meals.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Onions are great for home gardening</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Growing onions is a great way to get fresh produce right from your own backyard! Onions are easy to grow and will thrive in many soil types. Plus, harvesting and storing them is a breeze - just tie them together by the tops and hang them in a cool, dry place until ready to use!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Onions are a Rich Source of Antioxidants</h3><p class='facts-content'>Onions contain over 25 varieties of flavonoid antioxidants, contributing to their potential health-promoting properties like protecting against heart disease and certain types of cancer.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Onions Make You Cry for a Scientific Reason</h3><p class='facts-content'>The tear-jerking characteristic of onions is due to a chemical reaction that occurs when onion cells are broken. This chemical reaction produces a sulfur compound that irritates the eyes.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Onions are One of the Most Widely Cultivated Vegetables Worldwide</h3><p class='facts-content'>Onions are grown and used in recipes in almost all parts of the world, making them one of the most influential ingredients in international cuisine.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>There are More Than 600 Varieties of Onions</h3><p class='facts-content'>The vast diversity of onion varieties include differing sizes, colors, and tastes, from strong and pungent to mild and sweet. This variety allows for diverse culinary uses.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Onion is a Perennial Plant, But is Usually Cultivated as an Annual</h3><p class='facts-content'>While onions can survive more than two years, they are typically harvested after their first growing season. This allows farmers to use the land for another crop the following year.</p></div></div>
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