Braised endives with onions

Endives braisées aux oignons : instructions

• 1
  Remove the wilted leaves from the endives. Using a sharp knife, scoop out the inside of the stalk, which is often bitter.
  
• 2
  Quickly rinse the endives under running water, gently peeling back the outer leaves. Drain them and immediately squeeze them in a kitchen towel to remove the water, as it makes them bitter when cooked.
  
• 3
  Place the endives in a casserole dish or a deep skillet with the oil and butter. Brown them on all sides over medium heat.
  
• 4
  Peel and slice the onions, crush the garlic cloves, remove the skin and germ, and chop them into small pieces.
  
• 5
  Add the onions and garlic to the endives, along with the lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
  
• 6
  Cover the pot and simmer over very low heat for 40 minutes , turning the endives and onion regularly to prevent them from sticking.