Food & Cooking Recipes Lunch Recipes Caramelized Sweet Onions By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Website An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Updated on May 16, 2017 Print Share Share Tweet Pin Email Yield: Makes 1 1/2 cups To ensure proper caramelization, avoid salting the onions before they have finished cooking. Ingredients 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 6 sweet onions (medium), peeled and cut into ¼-inch rounds ½ teaspoon coarse salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper Directions Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions; cook, stirring occasionally, until all juices have evaporated, about 20 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are very tender and golden brown, 1 hour to 1 1/2 hours. Season with salt and pepper, and serve. Print