Caramelized Onion Toast

A recipe I happened upon accidentally. What originally started out as a caramelized onion dip turned into a tasty spread. The dip I intended to make came out far too thick to be considered a one but then a friend suggested I smear it on some bread and a lightbulb went off! I immediately lit the broiler smeared some of the “dip” on toast and topped with shredded gruyere, tossed on some chives and it is a true masterpiece. Might even be better than any dip.

RECIPE

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 3 medium onions, halved and thinly sliced

• 2 tablespoons water

• 1 1/2 cups sour cream, at room temperature

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened

• 1 tablespoon finely chopped flat-leaf parsley

• 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

• Salt and Pepper to taste

• 1/2 cup Gouda, shredded 

• Your choice of sliced bread 

• Chives, sliced 

Instructions:

• FOR CARAMELIZING THE ONIONS: In a large skillet, melt the butter. Add the onions and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 45-60 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons of water and cook, stirring, until the water has evaporated, about 3 minutes. Let the onions cool slightly, about 15 minutes.

• FOR THE DIP: Transfer the onions to a cutting board and coarsely chop. In a large bowl, mix the sour cream with the cream cheese, parsley and Worcestershire sauce until smooth. Stir in the onions and season with salt and pepper. 

• ASSEMBLY: Turn on the broiler. Top your choice of bread with onion spread and sprinkle on a thin layer of gouda. Place under the broiler and cook until bubbly and golden brown. Once done, remove from the broiler and top with chives.