Description
This Cheddar Vidalia Onion Pie is a savory delight, featuring a flaky, buttery crust that cradles a rich, creamy filling. The sweet, caramelized Vidalia onions meld beautifully with sharp cheddar cheese, creating a harmonious balance of flavors that is both comforting and indulgent.
Ingredients
Scale
- Crust:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4–5 tablespoons ice water
- Filling:
- 2 large Vidalia onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt for the crust. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Form into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced Vidalia onions and sauté until caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.
- Roll out the chilled dough and fit it into a 9-inch pie pan. Trim excess dough.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir in the caramelized onions and cheddar cheese.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust and smooth the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- This pie can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Reheat in the oven before serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 450 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 8 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams
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