Just for fun, I’m linking to this tasty article:
Jerusalem Post: Onions 101
Onions play a supporting role instead of starring on menus. Yet the behind-the-scenes impact of these powerful bulbs should not be underestimated; they may be the most universal of fresh flavorings. In every cuisine, a member of this fragrant family – whether yellow, white, red or green onions, leeks, shallots, garlic or chives – adds pungency and sweetness to salads, relishes, soups, stews or casseroles…
Can you tell that I love onions and garlic?