Caramelized onions in pan with a whole white onion on the side. - Brent Hofacker/Shutterstock Caramelized onions are the sweet, velvety cherry on top of a wide range of recipes. Although they can take ...

Covering the skillet at the start of cooking helps trap steam, softening the onions quickly and jump-starting the caramelization process for faster, more consistent results. The method yields ...