Why it works: Onion and gruyere cheese work together. They rank in the top 17% of all ingredient pairs, and cooks put them together in 186 recipes. Both carry ethyl butyrate, which smells apple, fruity. The science ↓
Scalloped Potatoes Gruyere
4 servingsIngredients
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Nutrition, whole recipe (rough)
What these numbers assume: 2 portions
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Gruyere Cheese | 1 oz (28g) cheddar | 113 |
| Onion | 1 medium (110g) | 44 |
One typical portion per ingredient; the recipe's quantities are not counted. A rough guide only, not for medical or dietary planning.
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The flavor team
The pairs that carry this dish. Each one is judged two ways: how much their aromas overlap, and how often cooks already put them together.
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Onion + gruyere cheesetop 17% of all pairsSmell alikemoderateCooked together186 recipes
Shared aroma: ethyl butyrate (apple, fruity).
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