Mass Production Cooking/Carmelized onions

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Hi Tina, can you tell me how to carmelize fried onions? Thanks, Ken.

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Hi Ken!  To caramelize onions, you want to heat either butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat.  Add your onions, sprinkle some sugar over them, and reduce heat to medium low.  Cook them, stirring often, over the lower heat till they turn soft and a brown caramel looking color.  You can also add some balsamic vinegar, which helps with caramelization and gives them a slightly different taste.

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Tina Addair

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I can answer general questions on virtually any cooking related subject. I have reliable knowledge on cooking for large groups, cooking methods and techniques, ingredients, recipes and safety issues. My personal favorites are meat, seafood, poultry, and desserts, but enjoy everything. I do not have extensive knowledge about world cuisine, but can answer general questions relating to this subject.

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I have been actively cooking and studying the subject on my own for about 15 years. I worked as both a line and banquet chef for 4 years, and have trained as a pastry chef.

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I received a Customer Satisfaction Award from the hotel I worked at for being personally recognized by patrons for preparing outstanding meals.

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