Crockpot Caramelized Onions
List of Ingredients
6-8 Vidalia or other sweet onions (about 2 1/2 pounds), 3-4" in diameter,
stem and root ends removed, peeled and left whole
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter or margarine
one 10 ounce can chicken or vegetable broth
Recipe
Place the onions, butter and broth in a slow cooker set on low and cook until
the onions are deep golden brown and very soft, 12-24 hours. Different slow
cookers will take different amounts of time. It's almost impossible to
overcook this, so go for the deepest brown. Use the onions and liquid to
flavor soup, stock and stews. They make a wonderful addition to risotto, a
perfect pasta sauce, and the world's best pizza topping (first drain off the
liquid). Store in zippered plastic bags in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks, or
in the freezer up to 1 year. Variations: Add cloves of peeled elephant garlic
or a handful of shallots along with the onions.
NOTE: Whenever Vidalia or Sweet Maui onions show up in my local market, I buy
a whole case, run home, and get out my slow cooker. I promise that the
heavenly aroma of onions gently simmering will make your kitchen the most
sought-after room in the house. The addition of these sweet golden brown
onions and their cooking liquid will enliven a multitude of dishes in a way
you never dreamed possible. Be sure to make extra to freeze. Having them
safely tucked away is like having extra money in the bank! Makes 5 cups
onions and 2 cups liquid.
Source: Better Homes and Gardens
posted by iblc on crockpot-recipes
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