Tarte a l’Oignon (French Onion Pie)

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 1
French Onion Pie made with bacon, onions, and a creamy custard filling inside a savory pie crust.
in Savory

Prep

30 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

10 slices bacon , cut into 1 inch pieces
5 onions , thinly sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
4 eggs
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1 unbaked pie crust

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
387
Sugar
6g
Fat
29g
Tarte a l'Oignon, also known as French Onion Pie, is a delicious savory dish that is perfect for any time of day. Made with caramelized onions and bacon, this pie is full of rich and savory flavors that are sure to satisfy. The creamy custard filling adds a delightful richness and creaminess to the dish, making it the perfect comfort food. This pie can be served hot or cold, making it a versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 375ºF.
2.Cook chopped bacon in a medium skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 8 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place on a paper towel lined plate.
3.Add sliced onions, salt, and pepper to the same skillet and stir. Cook until caramelized, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes.
4.While the onions are cooking: In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, heavy cream, flour, eggs, nutmeg, salt and pepper until fully combined.
5.Once the onions are caramelized, add in the cooked bacon and stir.
6.Pour the onion and bacon mixture into the bottom of an unbaked pie crust.
7.Pour the custard mixture over the top.
8.Bake at 375ºF for 35-45 minutes or until the filling is set.
9.Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

Delicious savory taste, perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Can be served hot or cold.

CONS

May be high in fat and calories.
Can be time-consuming to make.
May have a strong onion taste for those who are not fans of onions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Onions are a good source of vitamin C, which can help boost the immune system and prevent colds and other illnesses. They also contain antioxidants that can protect against heart disease and some types of cancer. Bacon and heavy cream are high in saturated fat, so moderation is key when consuming this dish.

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