Caramelized Red Bell Peppers and Onions

 

2 red bell pepper, cut into strips

2 red onions, cut into strips

1 T. olive oil

1 tsp. butter

¼ cup red wine (Optional)

1 pinch salt

1 pinch ground black pepper

1 pinch dried basil

 

Variation: Add some golden raisins

 

In a hot saucepan over a medium heat, combine red peppers, onion, oil and butter; sauté for 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the onions and peppers soften. If desired, stir red wine into the vegetables and cook until the wine evaporates; approximately 30 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and basil.