Savory Onion Marmalade

As a condiment, this is top of the list! Long, slow cooking lends the onions succulence and depth, which, in turn, adds a wonderful rich flavor to almost any dish. Try this on toast, biscuits, potatoes, pizza, in sandwiches, in a soup or stew, and especially good over Sun Dried Tomato Polenta Cutlets! From Moosewood Restaurant Low Fat Favorites Cookbook. Enjoy!

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Yields: 2 cups

Ingredients

• 4  cups  thinly sliced onions (about 3 large onions)
• 1 -3  tablespoon water
• 6  cloves garlic, minced or pressed
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1  dash black pepper, to taste
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1  teaspoon  balsamic vinegar (optional)
• 1  teaspoon dry red wine (optional)

Directions

1. In a well seasoned cast iron or nonstick skillet, combine the onions, 1 tbls.
2. of the water, the garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and vinegar and/or red wine, if using.
3. Cover and cook on medium low heat for 30 to 45 minutes, stirring often and adding water as needed, until the onions are dark brown, sweet, and richly flavored.
4. Chill well before serving.
5. Enjoy!