Pearl Onion and Raisin Relish

This is a tangy-sweet relish, perfect with those holiday entrees. Sherry, honey, and almonds round out this rich, tasty dish.

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 8-10

Ingredients

• 2  lbs  white pearl onions
• 1  cup sherry wine
• 1⁄2 cup raisins
• 1⁄4 cup water
• 1⁄4 cup honey
• 2  tablespoons butter
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried thyme (or fresh)
• 4  teaspoons red wine vinegar
• 1⁄2 cup  slivered almonds, to taste
•  salt and pepper

Directions

1. Peel the pearl onions by boiling in salted water for 3 minutes.
2. Drain, cool slightly, then cut off the root ends and squeeze onions out of their skins.
3. Combine the onions with sherry, raisins, water, honey, butter and thyme in a heavy skillet.
4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover.
5. Simmer until the liquid evaporates and the mixture begins to caramelize, about 45 minutes.
6. Check periodically and stir often.
7. Stir in vinegar and almonds; season to taste with salt and pepper, and serve.