Caramelized Onions

Directions

1. 1
   Heat the oil in a large heavy-bottomed pan or skillet over medium-high heat for 1 minute, or until its very hot but not smoking.
2. 2
   Add the onions and let them cook for 2 to 3 minutes without stirring.
3. 3
   Toss the onions with a large spoon or spatula while seasoning them with the salt.
4. 4
   Lower the heat to medium-low.
5. 5
   The rest of the caramelization process happens slowly over medium-low heat for 20 minutes.
6. 6
   Work on another subrecipe, pay some bills, kill some time productivelybut dont go too far from the onions.
7. 7
   Toss the onions over on themselves every 3 to 4 minutes so they all get their time on the bottom of the pan.
8. 8
   The onions will weep and then slowly take on color as they release their liquid.
9. 9
   When your onions are the color of a brown paper bag, they are done.
10. 10
    Cool completely before using in the volcanoes, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.