Sweet Onion Pie

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins In a mixing bowl, combine the crumbled crackers and 4 tablespoons of softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom and 1 inch up the sides of an 8-inch pie plate to form a cohesive crust. Refrigerate the crust while you prepare the filling. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 15 mins Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced sweet onions and minced garlic, and sauté slowly, stirring occasionally, until the onions are tender and beautifully caramelized. This should take about 12 minutes. Spoon the sautéed onion mixture into the prepared crust, spreading it evenly. (15 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, minced chives, and sea salt until well blended. Pour this custard mixture gently over the onions in the crust. Sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese evenly over the top, followed by a light dusting of sweet paprika. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 35 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until the custard is set and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. The top should be golden brown and bubbly. (35 minutes)

Recipe View Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool slightly on a wire rack before serving. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve warm or at room temperature, alongside your favorite barbequed meats or as a vegetarian main course.