Title: Caramelized Small Onions
Categories: Diabetic Side Vegetable
Yield: 6 Servings

1 1/2	lb	Small white onions;
2	tb	Butter =OR=-
2	tb	Margarine;
1	c	Water;
1	tb	Granulated sugar;
1	tb	Balsamic vinegar;
1/4	c	Green onions; chopped

Boil the onions for 15-20 seconds to loosen the skin. Drain; run under cold water. Cut a small piece from both ends of each onion. Peel. Cut an "X" in the root end of the onions to keep them from separating.

Put the onions in a small pan with 1 tablespoon butter, 1 cup water and the sugar. Bring to a boil, then simmer, uncovered, for about 15 minutes, or until the liquid evaporates and the onion are tender. Stir in the vinegar, green onions and remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Serve at room temperature.

Per serving: 93 calories, 1.5 grams protein, 14 grams carbohydrates, 1.7 grams fiber, 4 grams fat (2.5 grams saturated(, 6 milligrams sodium.

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