Onion Jam

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 pounds red onions, halved, thinly sliced
• 8 fresh thyme sprigs
• 4 garlic cloves, pressed
• 1 cup ruby Port
• 1/2 cup dry red wine
• 1/2 cup grenadine
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup sugar

Steps

1. Warm oil in a heavy medium pot over medium-high heat. Add onions, thyme, and garlic and sauté until the onions soften slightly, about 10 minutes. Add 1 1/4 cups water and all the remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Turn the heat down to medium and boil gently until the onions are soft, the liquid reduces, and the mixture thickens to a jam consistency. Stir often, adding water in 1/4 cupfuls to prevent sticking, 30 to 40 minutes. Take off the heat. This can be made 1 day ahead: cool slightly, cover, and refrigerate. Before serving, rewarm only until heated through, stirring frequently.