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Onion, Raisin and Garlic Compote

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 2 cups

Ingredients

1

pound pearl onions

1

/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter

24

garlic cloves, peeled

1

bay leaf

1

1/2 cups tawny Port

1

/4 cup white wine vinegar

4

teaspoons sugar

1

/2 teaspoon salt

1

/2 cup raisins

1

1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Bring large saucepan of water to boil. Add onions. Boil 2 minutes. Drain. Rinse under cold water. Peel onions. Trim root end slightly, leaving root base intact.

    Step 2

    Melt butter in heavy medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add garlic and bay leaf. Sauté until garlic is golden brown, about 6 minutes. Add Port, vinegar, sugar, and salt. Simmer 8 minutes. Add onions and raisins. Simmer until onions are tender, stirring occasionally, about 9 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in thyme. Discard bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm over medium heat before serving. Serve warm.