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Caramelized Tennessee Onions

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A delightful recipe that brings the sweet, tangy essence of caramelized onions to enhance any dish.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Southern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 2 large yellow onions, sliced thinly
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1–2 tablespoons bourbon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep your onions: Slice the onions thinly, aiming for even slices about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Heat the pan: In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the onions: Once the butter is foamy, add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt, stirring to coat.
  4. Caramelize slowly: Reduce heat to medium-low and cook the onions, stirring every 5-7 minutes for about 30-40 minutes.
  5. Sweeten the deal: After 30 minutes, sprinkle brown sugar over the onions and stir; add bourbon if using.
  6. Finish and season: Continue cooking for another 10-15 minutes until onions are rich and golden brown. Adjust salt to taste.
  7. Serve and enjoy: Serve immediately or store for later use.

Notes

For a lighter version for kids, you can omit the brown sugar and bourbon.

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Find it online: https://daytasty.com/caramelized-tennessee-onions-recipe/