Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • About 18 small white onions
  • Boiling water
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • Chicken stock to cover (about 1 1/2 cups)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • Dash thyme
  • Bay leaf
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Instruction

  • Drop the onions for a few minutes into boiling water. Drain and slip off their skins. Melt the butter in a large frying pan. Toss the onions in the butter until they are golden.
  • Add the stock barely to cover. Add the sugar, herbs and seasonings and simmer 30 to 40 minutes over moderate heat or until the sauce has reduced to a caramel glaze.
  • Correct seasoning and serve.