Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, extra-virgin
  • /2 large red onion sliced
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons thyme fresh, chopped
  • 1/2 cup flour, all-purpose
  • 1/2 cup milk, low-fat
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1/4 cup goat (chevre) cheese crumbled
  • 1 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons honey

Method

  • Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron or ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Reduce heat to medium, add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and light golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Stir in water and thyme, scraping up any browned bits.
  • Meanwhile, position rack in middle of oven; preheat to 450F.
  • Blend flour, milk, eggs, egg whites, canola oil, sugar, salt and pepper in a blender until smooth.
  • Pour the batter over the onions.
  • Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake the pancake until puffed and golden, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine vinegar and honey in a small saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until syrupy and reduced to 13 cup, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • (Watch carefully during the last few minutes to prevent burning.)
  • Cut the pancake into wedges and serve immediately with the balsamic syrup.