Three Onion Pie with Feta Cheese
Discover the savory elegance of Three Onion Pie with Feta Cheese, a comforting dish that celebrates the rich, caramelized flavors of three distinct onions—yellow, red, and green—balanced beautifully with the creamy tang of crumbled feta. Encased in a flaky homemade pie crust, this recipe combines the delicate sweetness of sautéed onions with the herbaceous notes of fresh thyme and a luscious custard made from eggs and heavy cream. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner, this onion pie is as versatile as it is delicious. With a golden-brown finish and a rustic charm, it’s a crowd-pleasing vegetarian option that’s easy to prepare yet impressive to serve.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 medium Yellow onion
- 2 medium Red onion
- 5 stalks Green onions (scallions)
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1.5 cups Feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 3 pieces Large eggs
- 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 3 tablespoons Ice water
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
To make the pie crust: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the cold cubed butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the ice water one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough comes together. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface into a circle about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer it to a 9-inch pie dish, pressing it in evenly. Trim and crimp the edges. Place the crust in the fridge while preparing the filling.
To make the filling: Heat 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Thinly slice the yellow and red onions. Chop the green onions (both the white and green parts). Mince the garlic.
Add the yellow and red onions to the skillet and sauté them for 10-12 minutes, stirring frequently, until soft and golden brown.
Stir in the garlic, green onions, and thyme. Cook for another 3-4 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Stir in the crumbled feta cheese.
Combine the cooled onion mixture with the egg and feta mixture, mixing gently until evenly distributed.
Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it out evenly.
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is lightly golden brown.
Let the pie cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Three Onion Pie with Feta Cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3511 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 269.1 g | 345% | |
| Saturated Fat | 156.2 g | 781% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1298 mg | 433% | |
| Sodium | 5269 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 182.0 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.5 g | ||
| Protein | 91.5 g | 183% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 1961 mg | 151% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1455 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
