Onion Blossoms
["1 large Vidalia or sweet onion", "2 Tbsp. flour", "1 egg, lightly beaten", "1 c. crackers", "vegetable oil", "1/2 tsp. salt (optional)", "dark honey mustard or Ranch dressing"]
["Peel onion, leaving root intact.", "Cut vertically in quarters to within 1/2-inch of root.", "Cut each quarter in thirds.", "Place onion in boiling water 1 minute, then place in ice water for 5 minutes.", "Loosen petals. Drain, cut side down.", "Place flour in zip-top bag.", "Add onion and shake to coat.", "Dip onion in egg. Place cracker crumbs in bag.", "Add onion.", "Toss to coat.", "Chill 1 hour.", "Pour oil to depth of 3-inches in electric fryer or saucepan. Heat to 375\u00b0.", "Fry onion 5 to 7 minutes or until brown. Drain on paper towels.", "Sprinkle with salt. Serve with honey mustard or Ranch-style dressing.", "Makes 2 appetizer servings."]
["Vidalia", "flour", "egg", "crackers", "vegetable oil", "salt", "honey"]