Braised Cipollini Onions with Dried Cherries

INGREDIENTS

1/4 Cup Dried Cherries

1/2 Cup Hot Cider

2 Tablespoons Olive Oil

1 LB Cippolini Onions Peeled & Halved

Kosher Salt and Freshly Ground Pepper to Taste

2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar

1 Tablespoon Sugar

DIRECTIONS

• Place the dried fruit in a small bowl and add the hot cider to cover. Set aside.
• Heat the oil in a large skillet. Add the onions, season with salt and pepper and sauté, stirring only occasionally, for 8 minutes or so until they are caramelized in spots, and starting to soften Add the dried fruit with the cider, vinegar, and sugar. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce thickens and glazes the onions, about 4 minutes. Serve hot. 

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