How long it takes: 15 hours Equipment you’ll need: slow cooker Servings: makes 4 cups
Continue to cook for 3 to 5 hours with the lid ajar to evaporate some of the liquid. When I tested this method, I continued to cook my slow cooker caramelized onions for about additional 5 hours (with the lid ajar) to achieve a nice thick consistency, almost jam-like. I’m really super happy with the result! Drain them and be done with it. Disclaimer: The caramelized onions aren’t 100% the same with this method, so if you’re a purist, this might not be for you. For most uses, this method is fine.
How to use caramelized onions
I used these onions for baked chimichangas and you can’t tell the difference one bit. They are delicious topping this homemade French onion dip. Make your own crostini and top with spread with soft goat cheese and onions. Spread them on your sandwiches. Try them in ham and cheese sliders. Top turkey burgers with cheese, caramelized onions, and your sauce of choice. So good! You might also want to try air fryer burgers. Top grilled meat with the onions. Bonus points if you add sautéed mushrooms! Try marinating the chicken with balsamic marinade. You might also like pork chops with balsamic caramelized onions.
More Onion Recipes
I love it when onions play a starring role in a recipe, don’t you? Here are a few more recipes that you might like:
Vidalia onion tart with bacon, kale, and feta How to pickle red onions (so easy!) Homemade onion soup mix Sautéed onions (similar to caramelized onions but not as sweet and jammy)
