Pan Fried Onion Dip

Robyn's Recipe

2 Large yellow onions
4 Tbs. unsalted butter
1/4 C. Vegetable oil
1/4 tsp. ground cayenne pepper
1 tsp. kosher salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 c. sour cream
1/2 c. good mayonnaise

Directions:
1- Cut the onions in half, and then slice them into 1/8 inch thick half rounds (You will have about 3 cups of onions
2- Heath the butter and oil in a large saute pan on medium heat. Add the onions, cayenne, salt, and pepper and saute for 10 min. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20 min, or until the onions are browned and caramelized. Allow the onions to cool.
3- Place the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayo in a bowl of an electric mixture fitted with a paddle attachment and beat until smooth. Add the onions and mix well. Taste for seasonings. Serve at room temperature.