Description
These sweet and tangy caramelized onions are a versatile addition to your Thanksgiving spread. Slow-cooked to perfection, they bring a rich, deep flavor to meats, vegetables, or even leftover sandwiches.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large onions, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Onions:
Place the thinly sliced onions in the crockpot. - Make the Glaze:
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, melted butter, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. - Combine:
Pour the balsamic mixture over the onions in the crockpot and stir to coat evenly. - Cook:
Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours, stirring occasionally. The onions are done when they are soft, golden brown, and caramelized. - Serve:
Serve warm as a side dish, or use as a topping for turkey, roasted vegetables, or sandwiches.
Notes
- Stir every couple of hours to ensure the onions caramelize evenly.
- For a sweeter glaze, increase the brown sugar by an additional tablespoon.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat gently before serving.
- These onions can be used as a topping for meats like turkey or chicken, or served on top of roasted vegetables.
- You can add fresh herbs such as thyme or rosemary to the crockpot for additional flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 130 mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20mg