Gourmet Onions
Elevate your side dish game with these mouthwatering Gourmet Onions, a rich and savory recipe that combines caramelized yellow onions, balsamic vinegar, and a touch of brown sugar for perfectly balanced sweetness. Enhanced with fresh thyme and crowned with a gooey layer of melted Gruyere cheese, this dish is a flavor-packed masterpiece. The onions are slowly cooked to golden perfection, developing deep, complex flavors before being broiled for a bubbly, cheesy finish. Whether served as an elegant side, a steak topping, or a decadent burger enhancer, these Gourmet Onions are sure to impress with their irresistible aroma and luxurious taste. Perfect for dinner parties or adding a gourmet twist to any meal, this recipe is both approachable and unforgettable.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces large yellow onions
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup grated Gruyere cheese
Instructions
Peel the onions and slice them into thick half-moons (about 1/2 inch thick).
Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat and add the butter and olive oil. Allow the butter to melt completely.
Add the sliced onions to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the butter and oil mixture.
Cover the skillet with a lid and cook the onions for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and starting to caramelize.
Remove the lid, increase the heat to medium, and add the brown sugar and balsamic vinegar. Stir well to evenly coat the onions.
Sprinkle in the fresh thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper. Continue to cook for another 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are deeply caramelized and glossy.
Preheat your oven broiler on high. Transfer the onions to a small oven-safe dish, spreading them in an even layer.
Sprinkle the grated Gruyere cheese evenly over the top of the onions.
Place the dish under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy as a side dish, a topping for steaks, or even as a decadent addition to burgers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1093 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.9 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.9 g | 180% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 143 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 1621 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.9 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.9 g | ||
| Protein | 24.1 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 750 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 1084 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
