Red Onion Preserves

• 2 lbs red onions, thinly sliced
• 8 fresh thyme sprigs, fresh
• 4 teaspoons garlic, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 12 cup port wine
• 12 cup dry red wine
• 12 cup grenadine
• 14 cup balsamic vinegar
• 14 cup sugar
• 1 14 cups water

1. Heat oil in a heavy pot over medium high heat.
2. Add onioins, thyme and garlic.
3. Saute until onions are slightly softened, about 10 minutes.
4. Add water everything else and bring to a boil gently until the onions are soft, liquid is reduced and mixture thickens to jam consistency.
5. Stir often during this time, about 30-40 minutes.
6. Add more water by 1/4 cupfuls to prevent sticking, as needed.
7. Put into sterilized jars for long storage or can be kept in the fridge if it will be used soon.
8. Before serving, reheat until just heated through.

red onions, thyme, garlic, olive oil, port wine, red wine, grenadine, balsamic vinegar, sugar, water

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/red-onion-preserves-452016 (may not work)