Mario Batali S Roasted Shallots In A Vinegar Thyme Bath Recipe

Ingredients

3 tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil

3 tbsp. unsalted butter

3 lb. fresh shallots

1/4 c. sugar

1 tbsp. kosher salt

1 tbsp. Freshly ground black pepper

1/4 c. fresh thyme leaves

1/4 c. sherry vinegar

Preparation

Step 1Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.Step 2Heat the oil and butter in a 14-inch ovenproof sauté pan over medium heat. Add the shallots and the sugar, and toss well to coat. Cook, stirring regularly, until the shallots turn light golden brown, 8 minutes. Place the pan in the oven and roast the shallots for 20 minutes, until they can be easily pierced with a paring knife.Step 3Remove the pan from the oven and place it over medium-low heat. Add the kosher salt, pepper, and thyme leaves, and allow to sizzle for a second. Then add the vinegar and toss quickly to coat. When the vinegar is reduced to just a glaze, pour the shallots and glaze into a warmed shallow bowl, and serve hot.

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