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Caramelized Onions with Barbecue Sauce

4.7

(29)

Silky and sweet, these onions add a sophisticated touch to adults' burgers (adventurous younger eaters will enjoy them, too).

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 4 adult-size servings

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large onions, cut into 1/8-inch-thick slices
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/3 cup canned beef broth
1/2 cup purchased barbecue sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or white vinegar

Preparation

  1. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions, salt and pepper; cook until onions begin to brown, stirring frequently, about 8 minutes. Add broth, barbecue sauce and vinegar. Reduce heat to medium; simmer until sauce thickens, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Rewarm before serving.)

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