Description
Deliciously caramelized onions, perfect for adding depth of flavor to your dishes.
Ingredients
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- 1½ tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (¼ stick)
- 1 lb. yellow onions (peeled and thinly sliced)
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ⅛ tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Add the oil and butter to a medium-large skillet set over medium-high heat.
- Once the butter is melted, add the onion, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Cook until the onions start to turn brown in spots, about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Turn the heat down to low, cover the skillet, and cook 15 minutes more, stirring occasionally.
- Add a splash of water as necessary if the onions start to stick to the pan or if the pan starts to get too dark.
Notes
- These caramelized onions can be used in a variety of dishes such as burgers, pizzas, or as a topping for meats.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Saute
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg