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French Onion Soup-Style Melting Onions

Indulge in French Onion Soup-Style Melting Onions Delight

This French Onion Soup-Style Melting Onions recipe transforms onions into a rich condiment, enhancing any dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: French
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Onions
  • 6 medium yellow onions Can use white or sweet onions for variation.
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Feel free to use salted butter if preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Can swap with any neutral oil.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust according to personal taste.
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme Optional but adds delicious aroma.
For Cooking
  • 1 splash dry wine Use broth for a non-alcoholic version.
  • 1 teaspoon sugar Optional addition for sweeter onions.

Equipment

  • heavy-bottomed skillet
  • sharp knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by peeling and slicing your yellow onions into thin, uniform slices, about 1/8 inch thick.
  2. In a heavy-bottomed skillet, add 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter along with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Heat over medium-low heat.
  3. Once the butter is melted, add the sliced onions to the skillet, stirring gently to coat them.
  4. Add a pinch of salt and cook the onions for 30 to 45 minutes on low heat, stirring occasionally.
  5. After 20 minutes, add a sprig of fresh thyme and a splash of dry wine to enhance the flavor.
  6. Taste and adjust seasonings before serving once they are golden-brown and glossy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Patience is key for caramelization. Store in airtight containers for up to 5 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

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