Caramelized Onions And Pasta

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Caramelized Onions And Pasta

 

2 tablespoons oil

1 1/2 pounds onions, thinly sliced

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon sugar

1 teaspoon dried basil leaves or 3 tbsps. fresh torn in small

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves or 3 tspd fresh

freshly ground black pepper

1/2 cup water

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

12 ounces farfalle or bow-tie noodles

grated parmesan cheese, optional

 

In large nonstick skillet heat oil. Add sliced onions and cook over high heat

until onions begin to brown, about 10 minutes. If they begin to burn a little,

that's ok. too. Lower the heat and add salt, sugar and spices. Cook 10 minutes,

stirring often, until onions are uniformly caramel-colored. Add water and

vinegar and cover. Simmer while the pasta is cooking. Meanwhile, in a separate

pot, bring 3 quarts of water to a boil. Cook pasta al dente. Drain well.

Divide pasta equally into 4 heated bowls. Top with equal portions of caramelized

onions and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. serves 4.