Best 5 Southern Cracker Onion Pie Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

When the weather outside is frightful, there's nothing more comforting than a warm, savory pie. The Southern cracker onion pie is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed by generations. It's made with a simple combination of saltine crackers, onions, eggs, milk, and cheese, all baked together in a flaky crust. The result is a creamy, flavorful pie that's perfect for a cold night. If you're looking for a delicious and easy recipe to warm you up, look no further than the Southern cracker onion pie.

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

VIDALIA ONION PIE WITH RITZ CRACKER CRUST



Vidalia Onion Pie with Ritz Cracker Crust image

Vidalia Onion Pie with Ritz Cracker Crust is a great way to showcase those spring sweet onions. It's salty, a little sweet, and cheesy.

Provided by Christin Mahrlig

Categories     Side Dish

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
2 cups roughly chopped Vidalia onions, (or other sweet onions)
1 1/4 cups Ritz cracker crumbs
5 tablespoons butter, (melted)
2 large eggs, (lightly beaten)
3/4 cup milk
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Add the 2 tablespoons of butter to a large pan and cook vidalia onion over medium heat until starting to soften. You want the onion to still have a little bite so don't cook them too long. Remove from heat.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Mix cracker crumbs with the 5 tablespoon melted butter and press into the bottom and up the sides of a lightly greased 9-inch pie plate.
  • Spoon vidalia onions on top of crust.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and Tabasco sauce. Pour mixture over onions.
  • Sprinkle cheese and paprika on top.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.

VIDALIA ONION PIE



Vidalia Onion Pie image

I have loved this dish since childhood. Use this recipe as a jumping off point. I use 3 to 4 cups onions and about 1/2 cup cheese.

Provided by GinnyP

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup ritz cracker crumb
4 tablespoons butter, melted
2 cups vidalia onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons butter
2 eggs
3/4 cup milk
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 dash pepper
1/4 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
paprika

Steps:

  • Mix Ritz cracker crumbs and melted butter.
  • Press mixture into an 8-inch pie plate.
  • Saute onions with 2 T butter until clear, not brown; spoon into pie crust.
  • Beat eggs with milk, salt, and pepper and pour over onions.
  • Sprinkle with cheese and paprika.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes or until firm in the center.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391, Fat 24.3, SaturatedFat 14.3, Cholesterol 165.4, Sodium 670.5, Carbohydrate 33.8, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 3.8, Protein 10

ONION PIE



Onion Pie image

My grandmother and mother always make onion pie during the holidays, but it's good anytime. This is a savory side dish that you can serve with almost any meat or main course. It's especially good with roast beef. -Mary West, Marstons Mills, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 to 8 medium onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons canola oil
6 large eggs
1 cup soft bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onions in oil until soft but not browned; drain well. In a large bowl, whisk eggs. Stir in the bread crumbs, cheese, parsley and onions. , Place in a greased 10-in. pie plate. Bake at 350° until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 163mg cholesterol, Sodium 176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

VIDALIA ONION PIE



Vidalia Onion Pie image

A light dinner of Vidalia onion pie, a nice salad on the side, and a ice cold glass of homemade lemonade is perfect for hot summer nights! Optional additions can be sweet red pepper to the onions as they cook and/or crumbled bacon or fresh ham bits may be added to the mixture prior to baking. All versions are great! If desired, a couple Vidalia onion rings look great on the top of the pie for decoration!

Provided by sweetiepeaz

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Onion

Time 1h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 Vidalia onions, thinly sliced
4 eggs, beaten
1 cup sour cream
salt and pepper to taste
½ cup unsalted butter
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pinch paprika
2 tablespoons hot sauce
2 (9 inch) pie shells, baked
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese for topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a medium skillet, cook onions in butter for about 10 minutes, or until clear and soft; stir often. Reserve juices.
  • In a large bowl, mix onions with eggs and sour cream. Stir in onion juices, butter and cheese. Add salt and pepper and hot sauce to taste. Make sure all ingredients are well blended and then pour into the 2 pie shells.
  • Sprinkle grated cheese and paprika on top of pies. Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes. Lower temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and bake for an additional 30 to 40 minutes, or until lightly browned on top. Let cool for a few minutes to settle before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20.5 g, Cholesterol 60.3 mg, Fat 19.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 233.9 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

SWEET ONION PIE



Sweet Onion Pie image

This delicious pie has a buttery cracker crumb crust and is stuffed with sweet onions. It is superb along side any barbequed meat -- especially pork.

Provided by Andi

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Onion

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ cups buttery round crackers, crumbled
6 tablespoons butter, softened
2 cups thinly sliced sweet onions
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives
¾ cup whole milk
2 eggs
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 pinch paprika
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a mixing bowl, combine crackers and 4 tablespoons of butter in a bowl until well blended. Press into the bottom and 1 inch up the sides of 8 inch pie plate to form a shell. Refrigerate until needed.
  • Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in heavy skillet over medium heat. Saute onions and garlic slowly until tender, about 12 minutes. Arrange onions in the cracker crust.
  • Beat eggs, whole milk, chives, and salt in a bowl until blended. Pour the mixture over the onions. Sprinkle with cheese and paprika.
  • Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for 35 minutes, or until a knife comes out clean. Garnish with the parsley. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 122 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 502.3 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

Tips:

  • For a crispier crust, pre-bake the pie crust for 10 minutes before adding the filling.
  • Use a mandoline slicer to evenly slice the onions. This will help them cook evenly.
  • If you don't have a mandoline slicer, use a sharp knife to thinly slice the onions.
  • Sauté the onions over medium heat until they are soft and translucent.
  • Don't overcook the onions, or they will become too soft and mushy.
  • Add the sautéed onions to a large bowl and let them cool slightly.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
  • Add the egg mixture to the bowl with the onions and stir to combine.
  • Pour the onion mixture into the prepared pie crust.
  • Bake the pie at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set.
  • Let the pie cool slightly before serving.

Conclusion:

Southern Cracker Onion Pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its flaky crust, savory onion filling, and creamy egg custard, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give Southern Cracker Onion Pie a try. You won't be disappointed!

Related Topics