Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_sugar'], recipe: scald the onions for 2 minutes in boiling water, dip into cold water and peel. sprinkle the onions with the salt, add cold water to cover, and let stand for 12 hours or overnight. in the morning, drain the onions, rinse them in cold fresh water and drain again. combine the sugar, vinegar, mustard seeds, and horseradish or peppercorns, bring to a boil, and simmer for 15 minutes. pack the onions into clean jars. add 1 small hot pepper and 1 bay leaf to each jar, fill the jars with boiling-hot liquid and seal. note: you can also add 6 t whole allspice or 1/4 c mixed pickling spices for interesting variations.

Target recipe: combine 6 cups water, onion, garlic, and salt in heavy medium saucepan. bring to boil, then boil 1 minute. remove from heat and drain. return onions and garlic to the saucepan. add vinegar and all remaining ingredients. add enough water to saucepan just to cover onions. bring to boil over medium heat. remove from heat, cover, and cool. transfer onion mixture to bowl, cover, and chill overnight. drain onions and serve.