Ingredients
- 3 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chives for garnish
For serving:
- Potato chips
- Crunchy vegetables
- Toasted bread
- Crackers
Instructions
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Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
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Add sliced onions and sugar, stirring to coat.
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Cook onions for 45-50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until deep golden brown.
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Add garlic and thyme in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
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Stir in balsamic vinegar and cook 1 minute more.
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Let onion mixture cool completely.
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Beat cream cheese until smooth in a large bowl.
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Fold in sour cream and mayonnaise until well combined.
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Chop cooled onions and add to cream cheese mixture.
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Stir in Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
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Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
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Garnish with fresh chives before serving.
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