Description
Experience the warmth of nostalgia with this Authentic German Onion Pie, featuring a flaky crust filled with sweet caramelized onions, creamy Swiss cheese, and fresh thyme. Perfect for any occasion, this dish is not just a meal; it’s a celebration of flavors that will leave you craving more. Whether served warm or at room temperature, it’s bound to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-made shortcrust pastry
- 4 medium yellow onions, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup grated Swiss cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out shortcrust pastry and fit into a pie dish. Prick the base with a fork.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté sliced onions until golden brown (about 15 minutes).
- In a bowl, whisk heavy cream and eggs together. Stir in Swiss cheese, salt, pepper, and chopped thyme.
- Mix the onion mixture into the creamy blend and pour into the prepared crust.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown on top. Let cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 95mg