APPLE ONION JAM

Apple Onion Jam image

Provided by Nor Mac

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 13

APPLE ONION JAM
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 clove grated or pressed garlic
2 c packed sweet onion chopped in half then thinly sliced
1 1/2 c apple peeled cored and finely chopped
3/4 c apple cider
1 1/2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 Tbsp brown sugar
1/2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1 optional loaf french bread sliced and toasted
Optional one container of spreadable cream cheese

Steps:

1. In a hot pan add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the sliced onions and apples to pan. Cook over medium high heat. Cook and stir constantly until onions are caramelized. This takes about 10-15 minutes.
2. Add in the brown sugar and balsamic vinegar. Stir to combine. Cook one minute. Add in the cider. Turn heat to high. Bring to a boil. stir occasionally until cider cooks off.
3. Add the garlic , salt, pepper and thyme to onion mixture. Stir to combine. Cook for one or two minutes while stirring. Remove from heat. Cover to keep mixture warm.
4. Optional Cut baguettes in to 1 inch slices. Place in oven and toast them until light brown and a bit crunchy. I use toaster oven.
5. Spread the top of baguettes with cream cheese. Top with the apple and onion mixture and serve immediately.