Best 6 Caramelized Pearl Onions And Bacon Recipes

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Get ready to embark on a culinary journey where classic flavors unite in perfect harmony. This article presents an exquisite recipe that transforms humble ingredients into a delectable masterpiece. Caramelized pearl onions and bacon, two seemingly ordinary components, are elevated to gastronomic heights through a simple yet skillful process. With just a few pantry staples and a touch of patience, you'll discover how to create this dish that will impress even the most discerning palates. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this savory symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CARAMELIZED PEARL ONIONS AND BACON



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 slices of coarsely chopped bacon
1 bag of thawed frozen pearl onions
1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a skillet until crisp. Drain on paper towels. Add onions to skillet with water, cover, and simmer until tender. Uncover and simmer until water evaporates and onions turn golden brown. Stir in bacon.

CREAMED CARAMELIZED PEARL ONIONS



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Slimmed down sauce with reduced-fat milk and frozen pearl onions. Convenient because the pearl onions are already peeled, they develop a deep richness when they caramelize that's world's apart from past boiled-onion dishes. This came from Good Housekeeping. I have not tried this but I'm posting it for safe keeping.

Provided by internetnut

Categories     Grains

Time 38m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

30 ounces frozen pearl onions (2 - 16oz bags)
3 tablespoons margarine or 3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
2 cups reduced fat 2% milk
3 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In 12"-inch skillet, cook frozen onions on medium-high 18-20 minutes or until liquid releases and then evaporates and onions brown, stirring occasionally. Add margarine; reduce heat to medium-low. Cook 4 minutes or until onions are tender, stirring and scraping pan occasionally.
  • Add flour; cook 1 minute, stirring. Add milk in slow, steady stream, stirring constantly. Add thyme and bay leaf; heat to boiling on medium, stirring occasionally. Simmer 5 minutes or until mixture is creamy and thickened, stirring.
  • Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Remove and discard thyme and bay leaf. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.2, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 3.3, Sodium 161.5, Carbohydrate 9.3, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 4.8, Protein 2.4

CARAMELIZED PEARL ONIONS



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I came up with this savory side on a whim one Christmas when my mother and I craved a vegetable side dish a little different than our usual Brussels sprouts. We all liked it so much that it now makes a regular appearance on the holiday table. -Erika Szymanski, Pullman, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound pearl onions, peeled
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 cup dry red wine or beef broth
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
1 teaspoon snipped fresh dill

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook onions in oil over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until browned. Stir in the wine, vinegars, pepper, salt and thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 12-15 minutes or until onions are tender and liquid is evaporated. Stir in pomegranate seeds and dill; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 41 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 62mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CARAMELIZED PEARL ONIONS



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Caramelized pearl onions are a sweet, easy accompaniment to any holiday meal. This recipe takes only 10 minutes to sauté.

Provided by michaela1112

Categories     Onions

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon stick margarine or 1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon sugar
1 (16 ounce) package frozen pearl onions, thawed
1 2/3 cups coarsely chopped red bell peppers
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Melt margarine in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add sugar and onions. Sauté 8 minutes or until golden brown; stir frequently. Stir in bell pepper and remaining ingredients; Sauté 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.8, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 225.2, Carbohydrate 11.1, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 6.7, Protein 1.1

CARAMELIZED PEARL ONIONS WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE



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Make sure the frozen pearl onions go straight from the freezer into the roasting pan. Adjust the oven rack to the lowest position - closest to the heating element. And don't forget that sprinkling of sugar to help the browning.

Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

Categories     Side Dish

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (16 ounce) bags frozen white pearl onions, left frozen, excess ice removed
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons sugar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 cup balsamic vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to low position and heat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Toss onions with oil, sugar, salt and pepper in medium bowl. Transfer to a cookie sheet with rim in a single layer. Roast onions until golden brown, about 30 minutes, stirring at 20 minutes and again at 25 minutes, adding garlic at this point.
  • Meanwhile, bring vinegar to boil; simmer over medium-high heat, about 10 minutes, until reduced to 1/3 cup - it should be a thin syrup. Put onions into a bowl, add reduced vinegar and parsley; toss to coat. Serve hot, warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.7 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Fat 7.1 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 28.4 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

PECANS, BACON, CARAMELIZED BABY ONIONS,& GORGONZOLA CHEESE O



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This salad is sweet, salty, smokey, crisp, crunchy, tangy and creamy! You've got crunchy and salty Pecans and Bacon, Sweet baby onions. Creamy, salty cheese. A lively tangy balsamic dressing. Over bitter young greens. Enjoy!

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Cheese

Time 25m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 ounces bacon, cooked and crumbled
8 white pearl onions, peeled
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 1/2 ounces pecans, pan toasted
3 ounces gorgonzola, crumbled
6 cups baby greens
1 tomatoes, cut into chunks
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 basil leaves, chopped
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • In a hot pan heat butter add onions and brown sugar cook till caramelized remove onions and set aside.
  • Deglaze pan with vinegar add sugar whisk in oil, turn off heat whisk in herbs and sugar.
  • Toss half the dressing into greens.
  • Plate greens top with onions, cheese, bacon,tomatoes and pecans.
  • Drizzle with remaining dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 953.2, Fat 82.4, SaturatedFat 22.2, Cholesterol 66.5, Sodium 903, Carbohydrate 40, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 23.5, Protein 17.7

Tips:

  • Choose the right onions. Small, white or yellow pearl onions are best for this recipe. They hold their shape well and caramelize beautifully.
  • Slice the onions thinly. This will help them caramelize evenly.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pan. This will help distribute the heat evenly and prevent the onions from burning.
  • Cook the onions over low heat. This will help them caramelize slowly and develop a deep, rich flavor.
  • Stir the onions frequently. This will help prevent them from sticking to the pan and burning.
  • Add the bacon fat. This will add a smoky, savory flavor to the onions.
  • Add a splash of vinegar. This will help brighten the flavor of the onions.
  • Season the onions with salt and pepper. To taste.
  • Serve the onions immediately. They can be served as a side dish, a topping for burgers or sandwiches, or as an ingredient in other dishes.

Conclusion:

Caramelized pearl onions are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a flavorful and elegant side dish, give caramelized pearl onions a try!

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