Description
Cheddar Vidalia Onion Pie is the kind of easy recipe that makes an ordinary meal feel special. With sweet tender onions, sharp cheddar, a flaky crust, and a creamy savory filling, it lands somewhere between a comforting brunch favorite and an easy dinner idea. I love how this quick breakfast, lunch, or dinner recipe feels both cozy and impressive, and it is one of those food ideas that works for holidays, potlucks, and simple weeknight meals alike.
Ingredients
1 refrigerated pie crust
3 large Vidalia onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
3 large eggs
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Fit the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges.
2. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the sliced Vidalia onions and cook for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring often, until soft and lightly golden.
3. Remove the onions from the heat and let them cool slightly.
4. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, sour cream, thyme, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
5. Stir in 1 1/4 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese.
6. Fold the cooked onions into the egg mixture until evenly combined.
7. Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust and spread it evenly.
8. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup cheddar cheese over the top.
9. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
10. Let the pie rest for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Cook the onions slowly so they turn sweet and soft instead of browning too fast. That patient step gives the pie its best flavor.
Let the pie rest before slicing so the filling sets properly and the slices hold their shape.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 356
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 128mg
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