ONION PIE
Entertaining with Bluegrass Winners (Lands End) Serves 8
Ingredients • 3/4 stick unsalted butter, melted • 1 1/2 cups Club cracker crumbs • 2 tablespoons butter, melted • 2 cups sliced yellow onions • 2 eggs, slightly beaten • 3/4 cup whole or 2% milk • 3/4 teaspoon each, salt and pepper • 1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese • Sprinkle of paprika
Directions • Preheat oven to 350°F.
• Blend 3/4-stick warm melted butter and cracker crumbs. Press this "crust" in pie pan, making sure to press crust up sides of pan. Set aside.
• Saute onions in 2 tablespoons butter until limp. Put on top of crust.
• Combine eggs, milk, salt, and pepper and pour over onions. Cover with grated cheese and sprinkle with paprika.
• Bake uncovered at 350°F for 30 minutes or until brown. Makes a great side dish for grilled meat, chicken, or fish.
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