How to Caramelize Onions. Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 5 large onions, peeled and julienned
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 750g | |
| Calories 656 | |
| Calories from Fat 364 | 55% |
| Total Fat 41.18g | 51% |
| Saturated Fat 5.86g | 23% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1198mg | 50% |
| Potassium 1022mg | 29% |
| Total Carbs 68.49g | 18% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.5g | 38% |
| Sugars 33.4g | 22% |
| Protein 7.58g | 12% |
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