Caramelized Onions Recipe

Time50m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Slice the Onions
Peel the onions and slice them thinly into half-moons, ensuring even thickness for consistent cooking.
2
Prepare the Pan
In a large skillet, combine the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Allow the butter to melt completely.

3
Add Onions
Once the butter is melted, add the sliced onions to the skillet. Stir to coat the onions evenly with the butter and olive oil mixture.
4
Season the Onions
Sprinkle the salt and sugar over the onions. The sugar will help in the caramelization process, enhancing the sweetness.
5
Cook Slowly
Reduce the heat to low and cook the onions slowly, stirring occasionally. This process can take about 30-40 minutes. You want the onions to become soft, translucent, and deeply golden brown.
6
Finish with Pepper
Once the onions are caramelized to your liking, season with black pepper to taste. Remove from heat.