Caramelized Onion Relish

Submitted by YummySmellsca

"Naturally sweet Vidalia onions get even richer and sweeter when slowly caramelized with garlic, wine and balsamic vinegar while cognac adds a touch of elegance. Try it on your next burger, or spooned over grilled steak! Adapted from the Complete Book of Small-Batch Preserving."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 5mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Yields: 3 cups
• Serves: 12

ingredients

• 2 tablespoons salted butter
• 2 large sweet onions, halved and thinly sliced
• 1⁄4 cup dark brown sugar
• 6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 1 cup red wine
• 2 tablespoons cognac
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• generous pinch kosher salt
• 1 pinch black pepper

directions

1. Melt butter in a large pot and add the onions and sugar.
2. Cook, uncovered,over medium high heat for 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally - the onions will be beginning to caramelize.
3. Stir in the garlic, wine, cognac and vinegar.
4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cook for 15 minutes, stirring often.
5. Add salt and pepper, then spoon into jars and process in a waterbath for 30 minutes.