Description
Indulge in the warm, inviting flavors of Authentic German Onion Pie. This comforting dish features a delectable combination of sweet caramelized onions nestled in a flaky puff pastry crust. Perfect for gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, each slice offers a savory experience that brings friends and family together. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this pie will quickly become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a pie dish with thawed puff pastry, pressing it into the corners.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat; add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown (about 15 minutes).
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and cream; season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Fold cooled onions into the egg mixture; pour into the pastry shell.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and set in the center. Cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (112g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg