Description
Deliciously sweet caramelized onions perfect for adding flavor to any dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 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
- Ensure the onions are sliced uniformly for even cooking.
- Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg