Ingredients

Coarse salt

1 1/2 pounds cipollini onions or small shallots, peeled

1 tablespoon unsalted butter

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme

Preparation

Bring 6 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan; add salt. Boil onions until softened, about 4 minutes. Drain, and pat dry. Set aside.

Heat butter and oil in a large saute pan over high heat, stirring to combine, until butter melts. Add onions, and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned,about 4 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; add thyme, and season with salt. Cover, and cook until onions are tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Serve warm.