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This rich and savory dip combines slow-cooked sweet onions with creamy sour cream and tangy mayo—perfect for chips, crackers, or veggie platters. It’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser that tastes even better made ahead!

🍴 Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 2 large yellow onions, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 cup sour cream
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
• Chives or green onions, for garnish

🔥 Instructions

Caramelize the Onions:
In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions, salt, and sugar. Cook slowly, stirring often, for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and deeply caramelized. Let cool to room temperature.

Mix the Base:
In a medium bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce if using. Stir until smooth.

Fold It All Together:
Add the cooled caramelized onions to the creamy base and mix thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.

Garnish and Serve:
Sprinkle with chopped chives or green onions before serving. Serve chilled with chips, crackers, or fresh veggies.

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💡 Helpful Tip: This dip actually tastes better the next day! Make it ahead and let it chill overnight for deeper, more developed flavor.