Best 2 Onion Bacon Pie Recipes

If you're looking for a savory and satisfying meal, look no further than onion bacon pie. This classic dish is a combination of crispy bacon, tender onions, and a creamy sauce, all wrapped in a flaky crust. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this beginner-friendly recipe is sure to impress your friends and family.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BACON ONION TOMATO PIE

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This reminded us of a BLT. It does sound strange, but we loved the way all the textures and flavors were perfect together. It's sweet, smoky, and savory. This is a great way to use up the abundance of tomatoes this time of year.

Provided by Lolly St John

Categories Savory Pies

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 9 inch pie shell
5 large tomatoes, peeled and sliced
4 slice bacon, cooked and chopped
1 sweet onion, sliced or chopped
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
2 Tbsp milk
1/2 c mayonnaise
1 1/2 c sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 c Ritz crackers, crushed
2 tsp butter, melted
2 green onions (scallions), sliced

Steps:

1. Prick pie shell with fork and bake at 350 degrees for about 10 minutes.
2. Fry bacon. Cook till tender. Drain, set aside.
3. Peel and slice tomatoes to fill bottom of pie shell.
4. Sprinkle with chopped onion and salt and pepper.
5. Layer more tomatoes, salt and pepper (again).
6. Mix mayo, bacon and cheese and milk.
7. Spoon on top and pat down to cover tomatoes.
8. Sprinkle with Ritz crackers mixed with melted butter
9. Sprinkle Scallions on top.
10. Bake 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

ONION BACON PIE

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Categories Egg Side Dinner Casserole/Gratin Bacon

Yield 8-10 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

Pie crust
1/4 # thick cut bacon, cut into squares
3 Tbs butter
2# sweet onions (Vidalia), coarsely chopped
1 tsp garlic, minced
1Tbs fresh rosemary, chopped
4 lg eggs
1 1/2 c whipping cream
11/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper

Steps:

Preheat oven to 450 Roll dough out and line a 10" pie plate, leave 1/2 " over lay and crimp. Prick bottom 5 times w fork tines. Line pan w foil and weigh down w beans or weights Bake for 10 min, remove foil and weights and bake another 10 min. Set aside to cool Filling: preheat oven to 350 Cook bacon in pan until most of fat is rendered but bacon not browned or crisp, drain bacon and discard fat Melt butter and sauté onions for 2 min, add garlic and rosemary and continue to sauté until onions are wilted but not browned, another 3-4 min Assemble pie: Spread bacon on bottom of pie, pour onion mixture on top Beat eggs until frothy, whisk in whipping cream, salt and pepper Pour over onion mixture, bake until fluffy and set (about 45 min)

Tips:

Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the onions. This will help them cook evenly.
If you don't have a mandoline, you can use a food processor to slice the onions.
Be sure to cook the onions until they are caramelized. This will take about 30 minutes.
Use a good quality bacon. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the pie.
Don't overcook the bacon. It should be cooked until it is crispy but not burnt.
Use a deep-dish pie plate. This will help to prevent the filling from bubbling over.
Be sure to preheat the oven before baking the pie. This will help to ensure that the crust cooks evenly.
Let the pie cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving. This will help the filling to set.

Conclusion:

Onion bacon pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet caramelized onions, crispy bacon, and creamy cheese is sure to please everyone. Whether you are serving it as a main course or a side dish, this pie is sure to be a hit.