Sweet and Sour Pearl Onions

Peel the pearl onions, removing the outer skin.

Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.

Add the pearl onions and sauté until they are lightly golden.

Sprinkle the sugar over the pearl onions and allow it to melt.

Pour the red wine vinegar and water into the pan.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Cover the pan and cook over low heat for about 30 minutes, until the pearl onions are tender and the sauce is glossy and thick.

Serve the sweet and sour pearl onions warm, as a side dish or on rustic bread.