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    Do you need to remove the first layer of onion after the papery portion?
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    No, it is edible but may be a bit tougher than the rest of the onion.
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    How does peeling an onion hurt the eyes?
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    Peeling or cutting an onion produces sulfuric acid, which burns the eyes and stimulates the tear glands.
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    How long would it take to peel an onion?
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    No more than a minute, depending on the type of onion and how thick the skin is, it could take a little less or more time.
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    Can I first cut both useless ends before halving it and then peeling?
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    If you like. Some people prefer to drive onions with the ends on (to hold it together) and then only remove the ends when they're done.
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