Onion Pie Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 8 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 28 minutes
🥧 Yield: 1 pie
🍽️ Servings: Varies
Description:
Indulge in the savory delight of this Onion Pie recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. With its buttery crust, caramelized onions, and gooey cheese topping, this pie is a perfect addition to your breakfast or brunch table.
Ingredients:
- 2 large onions
- 1/2 stick butter
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 eggs
- Saltine cracker crumbs
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Place chopped onions in a microwave-safe bowl with 1/2 stick butter. |
| 2 | Microwave on HIGH for 5 minutes. |
| 3 | Stir mixture and microwave for an additional 5 minutes on HIGH until onions are caramelized and fragrant. |
| 4 | Using a microwave-safe glass pie dish, melt 1/2 stick of butter and add saltine cracker crumbs. |
| 5 | Mix cracker crumbs and press them into the bottom of the pie dish to form a crust using the back of a spoon. |
| 6 | Pour the caramelized onion mixture onto the crust. Season with salt and pepper to taste. |
| 7 | In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and pour them evenly over the onions. |
| 8 | Sprinkle shredded sharp cheddar cheese on top of the egg mixture. |
| 9 | Microwave the pie on HIGH for 8 minutes or until the eggs are set and the cheese is melted and bubbly. |
| 10 | Allow the pie to stand for 10 minutes before serving. |
| 11 | Cut into slices, serve, and enjoy the delicious flavors of this savory Onion Pie! |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 1997.6
- Fat: 177.1g
- Saturated Fat: 109.2g
- Cholesterol: 904.3mg
- Sodium: 2206.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 34.1g
- Fiber: 4.2g
- Sugar: 14.8g
- Protein: 72.6g
Recipe Notes:
- This Onion Pie is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a tasty snack.
- Customize your pie by adding your favorite herbs or spices to the onion mixture.
- You can also bake this pie in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly if you prefer traditional baking over microwaving.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat in the microwave or oven before serving.
