Classic Creamed Onions

Directions

1. Place the olive oil into a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the onions and sauté for 6 minutes.
2. Stir in the sherry and simmer the mixture for 2 minutes before removing the onions with a slotted spoon and placing into a serving bowl.
3. Add the butter to the pan and melt over medium heat, then whisk in the flour, thyme, nutmeg and cloves and cook for 2 minutes.
4. Pour in the half and half, whisk to combine, and simmer the mixture for 3 minutes.
5. Transfer the onions back to the pan and cook for 2 minutes before seasoning with salt and pepper and serving.