Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 medium red onions, thinly sliced (4 cups)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme or 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seed
  • 6 medium very firm potatoes
  • 1/2 lb low-fat kielbasa
  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • chopped fresh dill

Method

  • In a large frying pan, heat the butter and 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add the onions, thyme, and caraway seeds.
  • Saute 2-3 minutes, or until the onions begin to soften.
  • Lower the heat, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, 20-30 minutes, or until the onions are tender but not browned.
  • While the onions are cooking, place the potatoes in a large pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Lower the heat and simmer, covered, 15 minutes.
  • Pierce the kielbasa several times with a fork, add to the potatoes, and simmer 10 minutes, turning several times.
  • Drain, cool slightly, and then slice the potatoes and kielbasa into 1/2" pieces- place in a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining oil, vinegar, brown sugar, and mustard.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Drizzle this mixture over the potatoes and kielbasa and mix well.
  • Arrange the onions on a serving platter and top with the potato mixture.
  • Sprinkle with dill and serve warm.