Gordon Ramsay’s Cheese and Onion Pie
A cozy cheese and onion pie with a flaky crust and rich filling, perfect for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g puff pastry
- 200g mature cheddar cheese, grated
- 100g cream cheese
- 2 large onions, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large egg, beaten
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Sauté the onions in melted butter until soft and translucent, about 8-10 minutes.
- Combine the mature cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and sautéed onions, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the puff pastry by rolling it out and lining your pie dish with half of it.
- Fill the pastry with the cheese and onion mixture, spreading it evenly.
- Assemble the top crust with the remaining puff pastry, sealing the edges tightly.
- Egg wash the top with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Rest the pie for a few minutes before slicing.
Notes
For added flavor, consider incorporating herbs like thyme or a pinch of chili flakes. This pie can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge or freezer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 70mg