Ladies and gentleman, I present to you Caramelized Onion Dip. This is the single best dip / appetizer / snack I have ever eaten in my life, and as I’ve mentioned I’m pretty much a professional dip connoisseur. If you haven’t had true blue caramelized onions yet this is the recipe to try them with. I know it seems like a while to cook onions but it is OH SO WORTH IT.

They become soft, tender and the perfect blend of sweet and savory that is entirely addicting. Add them to a creamy base that’s seasoned just enough to give it a boost of flavor and you’re left with the best dip you’ve ever tasted.

 

Ingredients

2 large yellow onions

1 tablespoon olive oil

4 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

1 teaspoon sugar

 

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1/2 cup sour cream

4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature

 

 

Directions

Cut and slice the onions into 1/8-inch thick half-rounds. (You end up with about 3 cups.)

Heat oil and butter in a saute pan over medium heat. Add onion slices, all the seasonings,  and sugar. Saute for 10 minutes until the onions have begun to soften. Reduce to medium-low heat and cook, for 15-20 minutes (stirring occasionally) until the onions are browned and caramelized. Remove from heat and let cool.

Place the remaining 3 ingredients in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment and beat until smooth. Add the onions and mix well.

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Quick tip: Use low-fat products if you want to make this caramelized onion dip leaner.