BaÂ·sidÂ·iÂ·oÂ·myÂ·coÂ·ta. A phylum of fungi characterized by a spore-bearing organ, the basidium, that is usually a clavate cell that bears basidiospores after karyogamy and meiosis. Some mycologists have raised the class Basidiomycetes to the phylum or division level.
Add the onions to the skillet and increase the heat to medium-high. Cook until they begin to turn dark brown and somewhat soft, about 5 minutes. Add the oil and a pinch of the fine sea salt; continue cooking until the onions are soft and caramelized, about 5 minutes longer.. Soft, dark brown onions in five minutes. That is a lie. Fully caramelized onions in five minutes more.
Here, telling the truth about how to prepare onions for French onion soup, is Julia Child: [C]ook slowly until tender and translucent, about 10 minutes. Ten minutes plus 25 to 30 minutes equals 35 to 40 minutes. That is how long it takes to caramelize onions.