Caramelized Vegetables

Directions

1. 1
   Heat about 1 inch of water in a 3 qt saucepan to boiling.
2. 2
   Add potatoes and 1/2 teaspoon salt and bring back to a boil.
3. 3
   Reduce heat, cover and cook about 12 minutes or until potatoes are tender; drain and return to saucepan.
4. 4
   Meanwhile, heat about 1 inch of water in a 2 qt saucepan to boiling; add asparagus and bring it back to a boil.
5. 5
   Reduce heat, cover and cook about 5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and add to potatoes.
6. 6
   While vegetables are cooking, melt butter in a 10 inch skillet over med high heat.
7. 7
   Cook onion in butter for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown.
8. 8
   Stir in vinegar, brown sugar and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
9. 9
   Pour onion mixture over potatoes and asparagus; stir to coat and sprinkle with ground pepper if desired.