Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_carb'], recipe: melt butter in a large pot over medium heat, add onions, salt, and pepper. cook, stirring often until softened and just beginning to brown, about 30 minutes. reduce heat to medium, add sugar and thyme. cook, stirring often to scrape up any brown bits stuck to the bottom of the pot, about 40 minutes. (lower the heat if bottom of pot begins to scorch). when done, onions should be deep golden brown and have a jam like consistency. remove from heat and let cool completely. keeps up to 2 weeks in the fridge.

Target recipe: cut onions in half; cut halves into 1/2-inch-thick slices. combine all ingredients in a 3 1/2 quart slow cooker. cook, covered, at high 8 hours or until golden brown and very soft. store in an airtight container. refrigerate up to 2 weeks or freeze up to 2 months, if desired.