Onion Jam

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Onion Jam

Description

I made this one up one day after looking at a couple of similar recipes. We just love this with cold meat and on sandwiches. It is like caramelised onions, only better! A food processor is really handy for this recipe.

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :20 Min

Cook Time : 2 Hr 0 Min

Total Time : 2 Hr 20 Min

Ingredients

Serves : 6
  • 3 olive oil


  • 3kg brown onions, sliced


  • 250ml balsamic vinegar


  • 700 brown sugar


  • dried thyme


  • salt & pepper

Directions

  • Put oil in bottom of cold, large saucepan and set on moderate heat.
  • Add onions and cook until they begin to soften, 30 - 40 minutes.
  • Add sugar and stir until dissolved.
  • Simmer on low heat, uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add vinegar and thyme, salt and pepper and cook until onion is caramelised completely and has thickened, approximately 45 minutes.
  • Cool and store in sterilised jars.
  • Will keep for several weeks.