Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, and have a large bowl of cold water prepared and ready. (tiphero.com)
Keep bowls of cold water handy inside and out and change them frequently. (spotmagazine.net)
Using only the tender inside section of the red onion, slice into half moons and put into a small bowl of cold water to soak for 30 minutes. (okiedokieartichokie.me)