Balsamic Cherry Tomato Onion Conserve

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I planted my very first garden this year and hoping for a bounty to emerge so i can make some canned" goods. this recipe make 5 half-pints which i think is a manageable amount. from "better homes and gardens - can it!""!

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Steps

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Heat butter and oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat until butter melts.

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Add onion , salt , and sugar and cook , covered , until onions are tender , about 13 to 15 minutes , stirring occasionally.

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Uncover , turn heat up to medium high , and cook and stir until onions are a deep golden brown , about 3 to 5 minutes.

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Stir in the cherry tomatoes and honey.

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Bring to a boil , then turn heat down to medium-high and boil until tomatoes are soft , about 5 minutes , stirring frequently.

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Remove from heat and stir in balsamic vinegar and season with pepper.

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Ladle mixture into hot , sterilized jars , leavin 1 / 4-inch headspace.

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Wipe jar rims and apply lids.

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Process jars in a boiling water canner for 5 minutes.

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Remove jars and cool on wire racks.

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Ingredients

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butter, olive oil, sweet onions, sea salt, sugar, cherry tomatoes, honey, balsamic vinegar, fresh ground black pepper