Shallots Braised in Red Wine

By á-2799

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb shallots
• 2 tsp olive oil
• 1/4 tsp dried basil
• 1/4 tsp each salt and pepper
• 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 c dry red wine

Details

Servings 2

Preparation

Step 1

Trim, peel and, keeping root end intact, halve shallots (or quarter if large).
In skillet, heat oil over med-high heat. Add shallots, basil, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring and tossing often, until shallots start to brown in spots and become fragrant, about 4minutes. Pour in balsamic vinegar; cook, stirring often, until shallots are well glazed and vinegar has been absorbed.
Pour in wine; bring just to a boil Cover skillet; reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes or until shallots are extremely soft. Uncover; cook for 5 more minutes if necessary to reduce any excess liquid to a glaze-like consistency.