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How to Make the Perfect Caramelized Onions

This recipe will show you how to make the perfect caramelized onions - full of sweetness and packed with flavor!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 yellow onions sliced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar

Instructions
 

  • Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add in the onion.
  • After 10 minutes, add balsamic vinegar and brown sugar. Cook, stir and scrape the brown bits from time to time for 20-30 minutes more, until onion get a rich brown color. (I like mine to have a little bit of crispy black bits on it as well)
  • Transfer caramelized onion in a bowl and set aside (you can keep it refrigerated in an airtight container for one week).

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