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**Fast and Impressive: Using a Microwave to Cook Onions and Amaze Your Visitors**
When it comes to cooking, onions are one of the most fundamental ingredients—used in everything from soups and sauces to burgers and stir-fries. But did you know you can cook them to soft, flavorful perfection right in your microwave? This quick kitchen hack not only saves time but will leave your guests wondering how you pulled off such delicious results so fast.
### Why Use a Microwave?
Microwaving onions is the secret weapon of busy cooks. Unlike traditional stovetop methods that can take 10 to 20 minutes of careful sautéing, the microwave does the job in a fraction of the time—with minimal cleanup. It’s especially useful when you want to soften onions quickly for recipes or need a small batch cooked fast.
### Basic Microwave-Cooked Onions Recipe
**Ingredients:**
* 1 large onion (yellow, white, or red), sliced or chopped
* 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
* A pinch of salt
* Optional: a splash of water or broth, herbs, or spices
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