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Mary Berry Cheese and Onion Pie Recipe

Mary Berry Cheese and Onion Pie recipe
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Mary Berry Cheese and Onion Pie is a traditional savoury pie made with slow-cooked onions, grated cheese, eggs, and milk, baked in shortcrust pastry. Unlike a quiche, the filling is denser and more comforting, designed to slice neatly and hold its shape.

Ingredients

  • Shortcrust pastry – 375 g

  • Butter – 25 g

  • Onions – 3 large, thinly sliced

  • Mature Cheddar cheese – 200 g, grated

  • Eggs – 2 large

  • Milk – 150 ml

  • Salt – to taste

  • Black pepper – to taste

  • Nutmeg – a small pinch (optional)

Instructions

  • Prepare the pastry case – Roll out the pastry, line the pie dish, trim edges, and prick the base.

  • Blind bake lightly – Bake the pastry case briefly to prevent a soggy bottom.

  • Soften the onions – Melt butter and cook onions gently until soft and translucent, not browned.

  • Cool the onions – Allow them to cool slightly before mixing.

  • Make the filling – Combine onions, cheese, eggs, milk, seasoning, and nutmeg.

  • Fill the pastry case – Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared case.

  • Bake steadily – Bake at 180°C (160°C fan) for 35–40 minutes until golden and set.

  • Rest before slicing – Leave for about 10 minutes so the filling firms up.

Find it online: https://maryberrycooks.co.uk/mary-berry-cheese-and-onion-pie/