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German Onion Pie

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Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs onions, sliced

  • 6 oz bacon, diced

  • 1 pie crust (9–10 inch)

  • 3 large eggs

  • 1 cup heavy cream or sour cream

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • ½ tsp nutmeg

  • 1 tsp caraway seeds (optional)

  • 1 cup Gruyère or Swiss cheese (optional)

  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Prepare pie crust in a 9–10 inch dish.

  • Cook bacon until crisp; set aside.

  • Caramelize onions in butter 20–25 minutes until golden.

  • Whisk eggs, cream, nutmeg, salt, and pepper into custard.

  • Spread onions and bacon into crust, pour custard over top.

  • Bake at 375°F for 40–45 minutes until golden and set.

  • Rest 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For vegetarian, skip bacon and add mushrooms.

  • Best served warm with a glass of wine.

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