I make a game out of coming up with delicious antipasti made out of as little as possible.
Tiny Onions Agrodolce
6 servings
1 lb yellow pearl onions
3 tablspoons olive oil
2 tablespoons proscuitto fat
2 cloves of garlic, peeled and minced
2 tablespoons sugar
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup water
Peel onions with a sharp knife…only remove papery skin
Finely mince 1 onion…set aside
the aroma is to die for
Heat oil in large heavy skillet…over medium heat…add proscuitto and cook for 3 minutes
Add minced onion and garlic…cook for 8 minutes
Add whole onions in one layer …sprinkle with sugar…add bay leaf, vinegar, salt and water
Bring to a boil…reduce heat to a simmer…simmer for 1 ½ hours…until onions are tender but firm
Serve at room temperature
beautiful with some meat and chesse
