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How To: Caramelize Onions

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Recipe Added:  10/25/2011
2 large sweet onions, halved and thinly sliced
1/2 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 Tbsp butter
salt
black pepper, optional
1/2-1 tsp brown or white sugar
Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When butter is melted, add onions. Toss with a spatula until onions are coated in oil/butter mixture. Reduce heat to medium/medium low and stir frequently for about 10 minutes. Sprinkle with salt (about 1/4 tsp ) and continue to cook, stirring every few minutes for another 15-30 minutes or until onions are a rich amber color. If desired, add sugar about half way through cooking process. Use to top burgers and sandwiches, wraps, or dips.

Oven Method (works well for larger amounts, at least 4 onions and up to a full pot): Place onions in a dutch oven and toss with oil and/or melted butter. Place lid on oven and cook in a preheated 400 degree oven for 30-60 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.

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