Red Onion Jam Tops It All

I enjoy sweet and savory together. This red onion jam is a good example. We’ve enjoyed it on cheese and meats, and it’s interesting on sandwiches. A pound of onions makes about a cup of jam and takes a mostly unattended 40 minutes or so to prepare. It’s so simple to make a small batch you can enjoy this condiment anytime you want.

Aside from spreading the red onion jam on some bread, a good way to serve it is over a block of soft, spreadable cheese as shown. It makes an elegant looking appetizer and goes well with a variety of adult beverages.

For a heartier application, team the jam with garlicky mayonnaise and bleu cheese on your favorite burgers as demonstrated by Curtis Stone. I thought the flavors would compete with each other but they worked together for one of the better burgers I’ve had this year.

Red Onion Jam Tops It All

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Cook Time: 40 minutes minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes minutes

Servings: 0 about 1 cup

Author: LydiaF

Ingredients

• 1 pound red onions peeled and sliced into half or quarter moons depending on their size
• 3 - 4 tablespoons butter olive oil or combination (I use a mix)
• 1/2 cup red wine
• 2 - 3 tablespoons vinegar
• 1/4 cup or more sugar
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

• Heat the butter and olive oil in a skillet large enough to hold the sliced onions over medium high heat.
• Stir in the onions and cook for a couple minutes until softened and beginning to change color.
• Reduce the heat and continue to cook until the onions are tender.
• Sprinkle with sugar, then stir in the wine and vinegar.
• Let simmer until most of the liquid has cooked away and the remaining mix is "jammy."
• Season to taste with salt and pepper.

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The red onion jam will keep in the fridge for a week or more. It’s easier to spread if you allow it to come to room temperature or warm it slightly before serving.