Preparation Blanch pearl onions in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling water 1 minute, then drain in a colander. When onions are cool enough to handle, peel. Cook onions with remaining ingredients, covered, in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately low heat, shaking pan occasionally, until onions are tender and glazed and most of liquid is evaporated, about 45 minutes. Discard thyme. Cooks' notes:· Onions can be blanched and peeled (but not cooked) 2 days ahead and chilled, covered. ·Onions can be cooked 1 day ahead and cooled completely, uncovered, then chilled, covered. Reheat over low heat, about 10 minutes, before serving.
Preparation Blanch pearl onions in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling water 1 minute, then drain in a colander. When onions are cool enough to handle, peel. Cook onions with remaining ingredients, covered, in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately low heat, shaking pan occasionally, until onions are tender and glazed and most of liquid is evaporated, about 45 minutes. Discard thyme. Cooks' notes:· Onions can be blanched and peeled (but not cooked) 2 days ahead and chilled, covered. ·Onions can be cooked 1 day ahead and cooled completely, uncovered, then chilled, covered. Reheat over low heat, about 10 minutes, before serving.