Caramelized Onion Butter

This is by far the best butter I’ve ever made.

First, caramelize a yellow or sweet onion. I chopped one up and added it to 2 tablespoons of olive oil that was heating in a pan. Start on medium high heat to get it going, and then drop the heat to medium low, stirring occasionally, for 40 minutes or so until they are nicely golden and fragrant. Let the onion mixture cool.

Then, in the KitchenAid mixer with the wire whisk attachment, add 1/4 cup (or more depending on how much butter you really want to make) and beat on speed 10 (don’t forget the splash guard) for 3-4 minutes until you have butter. Then add the onions and mix again until well combined. Add sea salt and pepper to taste. I enjoyed this butter with grilled ciabatta bread.