Cheese and Onion Pie

A stunning vegetarian pie with a cheesy potato and onion filling inside a crisp, homemade Parmesan pastry crust.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1063.2 kcals 4252.8 kcals
Carbohydrates 96.2 grams 384.8 grams
Fat 64.1 grams 256.4 grams
Protein 28.1 grams 112.4 grams
Cook Time
75 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
CondimentsSauces
Dairy
120
g
Unsalted Butter
Plus extra for greasing
1
piece
Egg Yolk
Free-range
50
g
Parmesan Cheese
Grated; use vegetarian hard cheese alternative
1
piece
Egg
Free-range, beaten for glazing
50
ml
GrainsCereals
450
g
Plain Flour
Plus extra for dusting
1
tbsp
Plain Flour
For the filling
Liquids
120
ml
NutsSeeds
Vegetables
1
piece
Potato
Peeled and cut into cubes
2
piece
Onions
Finely sliced

Steps

  • Pulse flour, baking powder, salt, butter, and egg yolk in a food processor until breadcrumb texture forms.
  • Mix in grated Parmesan, then gradually add water until a dough forms.
  • Roll dough into a ball, wrap in cling film, and chill for one hour.
  • Boil potato cubes in salted water for 10-15 minutes until tender, then drain.
  • Boil sliced onions for 2-3 minutes until softened and drain well.
  • Coat onions with flour, add milk and cream, then heat until thickened.
  • Stir in potatoes, Cheddar, mustard, and cayenne, then season with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat oven to 180°C and grease a 20cm pie tin with butter and flour.
  • Roll out two-thirds of the pastry to line the tin, then prick the base with a fork.
  • Blind bake with greaseproof paper and beans for 10-15 minutes at 180°C.
  • Remove beans, let pastry cool, and pour in the filling mixture.
  • Roll remaining pastry, seal the lid with egg wash and a fork, and make two steam holes.
  • Brush with egg and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden-brown.