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Red Pepper Relish

1 Tablespoon olive oil
2 medium onions, finely diced
2 red bell peppers, finely diced
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons balsamic or red wine vinegar 
salt
pepper
1/2 to 1 teaspoon capers (optional)

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.  Add the
onions and saute until tender and beginning to brown, about 10
minutes

Stir in the peppers and cook 10 more minutes, stirring often.  Mix
in the sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper.  Reduce heat to medium,
cover the pan, and cook until the mix is very soft and the juices
are somewhat caramelized, not watery, about 20 more minutes.  Stir
occasionally. (You can let this cook a little longer and get even
more caramelized, if you like, but take care not to burn.)

Scrape the mixture into a bowl, then stir in the capers (if using).
Let cool completely, chill until ready to serve.  Bring the relish
back to room temperature before serving.

Printable version: red-pepper-relish.txt.