Best 6 Crustless Onion Pie Recipes

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In the realm of savory pies, the Crustless Onion Pie stands out as a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds and captivates the senses. This delectable dish is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring caramelized onions that melt in your mouth, enveloped in a rich and creamy custard filling. The absence of a crust allows the delicate flavors of the onions to take center stage, while the custard provides a velvety canvas upon which they can shine. This recipe collection offers a variety of crustless onion pie variations, each with its own unique twist on this classic dish. From the classic French Onion Pie to the innovative Goat Cheese and Spinach Onion Pie, these recipes cater to diverse culinary preferences and dietary restrictions. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook seeking a comforting and flavorful dish, this collection has something for everyone.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CRUSTLESS CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND CHEESE



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Buttery and delicious! Mellow and creamy, this quiche is a wonderful addition to a nice green salad!

Provided by ReboobyQ

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Eggs     Quiche

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 small onion, diced
¾ cup heavy whipping cream
3 eggs
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
  • Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir onion in the heated butter-olive oil until onions soften, about 10 minutes. Transfer onion to a plate to cool.
  • Whisk cream, eggs, salt, and black pepper in a bowl; stir in mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and onion. Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until eggs are set and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, about 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.2 calories, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 113.1 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 149.1 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

ONION PIE



Onion Pie image

My grandmother and mother always make onion pie during the holidays, but it's good anytime. This is a savory side dish that you can serve with almost any meat or main course. It's especially good with roast beef. -Mary West, Marstons Mills, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 to 8 medium onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons canola oil
6 large eggs
1 cup soft bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onions in oil until soft but not browned; drain well. In a large bowl, whisk eggs. Stir in the bread crumbs, cheese, parsley and onions. , Place in a greased 10-in. pie plate. Bake at 350° until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 163mg cholesterol, Sodium 176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CATHERINE'S CRUSTLESS ONION PIE



Catherine's Crustless Onion Pie image

Make and share this Catherine's Crustless Onion Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by stormylee

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 1 pie

Number Of Ingredients 10

400 -500 ml chopped onions
2 teaspoons butter
200 g sour cream
3 eggs
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
200 ml all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
100 g butter, melted
3 -4 slices bacon (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200 C.
  • Grease a 23 cm round pie pan.
  • Melt 2 teaspoons of butter in a frying pan and cook onions until translucent.
  • Mix sour cream with eggs.
  • Add cooked onions and seasonings, mixing well.
  • Combine flour and baking powder, add to batter, mixing just until incorporated.
  • Add melted butter, mix well.
  • Turn batter into the prepared pan.
  • If using the bacon, cut the slices into small triangles and arrange on top of the batter.
  • Bake in the preheated over for 25-30 minutes, or until firm and golden brown.

VIDALIA ONION PIE



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A light dinner of Vidalia onion pie, a nice salad on the side, and a ice cold glass of homemade lemonade is perfect for hot summer nights! Optional additions can be sweet red pepper to the onions as they cook and/or crumbled bacon or fresh ham bits may be added to the mixture prior to baking. All versions are great! If desired, a couple Vidalia onion rings look great on the top of the pie for decoration!

Provided by sweetiepeaz

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Onion

Time 1h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 Vidalia onions, thinly sliced
4 eggs, beaten
1 cup sour cream
salt and pepper to taste
½ cup unsalted butter
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pinch paprika
2 tablespoons hot sauce
2 (9 inch) pie shells, baked
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese for topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a medium skillet, cook onions in butter for about 10 minutes, or until clear and soft; stir often. Reserve juices.
  • In a large bowl, mix onions with eggs and sour cream. Stir in onion juices, butter and cheese. Add salt and pepper and hot sauce to taste. Make sure all ingredients are well blended and then pour into the 2 pie shells.
  • Sprinkle grated cheese and paprika on top of pies. Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes. Lower temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and bake for an additional 30 to 40 minutes, or until lightly browned on top. Let cool for a few minutes to settle before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20.5 g, Cholesterol 60.3 mg, Fat 19.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 233.9 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

ZUCCHINI ONION PIE



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We get a lot of zucchini when it's in season. This is a good and different way to use the excess. -Lucia Johnson, Massena, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 eggs
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup canola oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 cups sliced zucchini
1 cup biscuit/baking mix
1 small onion, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk the first seven ingredients. Stir in the zucchini, baking mix and onion. Pour into a greased 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. Bake at 350° for 25-35 minutes or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353 calories, Fat 27g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 627mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

ONION QUICHE - CRUSTLESS



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A savory onion quiche without a crust. An easy make ahead meal for a brunch or light lunch. Adapted from the PC Insiders recipe flyer.

Provided by cookingfor1

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
3 sweet onions, sliced
3/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup 35% cream
4 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large fry pan. Add thyme and onion, saute over medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until onions are golden brown.
  • Add onions to a buttered quiche pan. Cover with cheese.
  • In a mixing bowl whisk together milk, cream, egg, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  • Pour over onions and cheese.
  • Cook at 425 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until crust is golden brown and a knife inserted in the centre comes out clean.

Tips:

  • If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the onions by hand. Just be sure to chop them very finely.
  • You can use any type of cheese that you like in this recipe. Cheddar, Gruyère, and Swiss are all good choices.
  • If you want a more flavorful pie, you can add some herbs or spices to the onion mixture. Thyme, rosemary, and garlic powder are all good options.
  • Be sure to preheat your oven before baking the pie. This will help to ensure that the pie cooks evenly.
  • Let the pie cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving. This will help to prevent the pie from falling apart.

Conclusion:

Crustless onion pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover onions, and it can be served as a main course or a side dish. With its simple ingredients and minimal preparation, this pie is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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