Pan-Fried Onion Dip

Directions

1. 1
   Cut the onions in half and then slice them into 1/8-inch thick half-rounds.
2. 2
   (You will have about 3 cups of onions.) Heat the butter and oil in a large saute pan over medium heat.
3. 3
   Add the onions, cayenne, salt, and pepper and saute for 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, for 20 more minutes until the onions are browned and caramelized.
5. 5
   Allow the onions to cool.
6. 6
   Place the cream cheese, sour cream and mayonnaise in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment and beat until smooth.
7. 7
   Add the onions and mix well.
8. 8
   Taste for seasonings.
9. 9
   Serve at room temperature.