Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_calorie'], recipe: cut onion in half, then thinly slice. cut the slices in half. heat oil over medium-low heat. add onions and thyme to pan and cook, covered, stirring occasionally for 25 minutes or until golden-brown. remove cover and cook 5 more minutes. allow to cool. while onions cook, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, salt and pepper. once onions have cooled completely, add to mayonnaise mixture. cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour.

Target recipe: combine the olive oil and butter in a large heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. when the butter foams, add half of the sliced onions and 2 of the bay leaves. sprinkle with half of the sugar and half of the salt. add remaining onions, bay leaves, sugar and salt. cover, reduce heat to low, and cook for 20 minutes. uncover, stir, and increase heat to medium. cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. increase heat to high and cook, stirring constantly, until the onions are a deep golden brown, about 10 minutes. add the wine and stir, scraping bottom of pan to dislodge any browned bits. cook for 4 or 5 minutes longer. serve hot or at room temperature.