RED ONION & FIG MARMALADE

1.Heat butter and oil in a large, deep frying pan over high heat; add onion, garlic and salt. Cook, stirring continuously, for 8 minutes or until onion is reduced in bulk. Add sugar and thyme; stir for a few minutes until coated. Reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, for a further 30 minutes or until the onion is very soft.

2.Add figs, vinegar and port. Increase heat to high. Cook, stirring occasionally, for a further 15 minutes or until the liquid is reduced and syrupy. Cool.

3.PREP IT Onion and fig marmalade can be made 1 day ahead; store in an airtight container in the fridge.