Best 5 Walla Walla Onion Pie Recipes

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In the heart of Walla Walla Valley, where the rolling hills and meandering rivers set the stage for culinary wonders, lies the Walla Walla onion, a bulb of exceptional sweetness and flavor. This prized ingredient takes center stage in the Walla Walla onion pie, a dish that encapsulates the essence of the region's bountiful produce. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook seeking a taste of Walla Walla's charm, this article will guide you through the journey of creating the perfect Walla Walla onion pie, from selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of flaky crust and caramelizing onions to achieving that perfect balance of flavors.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

WALLA WALLA ONION PIE RECIPE - (4/5)



Walla Walla Onion Pie Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by gvcathy

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 Walla Walla sweet onions or any sweet onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
2 eggs
1 cup half and half
2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon. salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
pinch of nutmeg
4 tablespoons Swiss cheese, grated
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, plus more to taste

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 375°F. Prepare a 9-inch pie crust by lining it with parchment paper and filling it with beans or pie weights, then partially bake your pie crust for about 15 to 20 minutes in a 375°F oven. (Once you use and cook the beans as pie weights, they will no longer be edible, but you can continue to use them over and over as pie weights.) The pie crust should still be blonde but slightly golden on the edges, the middle should still be mostly raw. Remove from oven, remove pie weights, and set aside. Sauté onions in oil and butter over low heat until golden yellow. Beat together eggs, half and half, flour, salt, pepper, and nutmeg, then add onions and half of the grated cheese. Pour into curst; sprinkle remaining cheese on top. Place pie pan on baking tray and bake at 375°F for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown. Garnish with parsley and serve.

WALLA-WALLA ONION CASSEROLE



Walla-Walla Onion Casserole image

Here in Washington state we are lucky to get Walla-Walla onions for a short time and this make a nice busy day casserole. I'm sure you could use any sweet onion and get the same taste. We serve it with boiled Kielbasa and a simple salad.

Provided by wjorma

Categories     Onions

Time 55m

Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups chopped onions
1/4 cup butter
1 tablespoon flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 (5 1/2 ounce) can evaporated milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup grated cheese
1 cup cracker crumb

Steps:

  • Boil onion chunks for 15 - 20 minutes; drain and rinse well.
  • Melt butter in saucepan on med.
  • Stir in flour, broth and milk, stirring until thickened.
  • Add onions, salt and pepper.
  • Place onion mixture in a 1-1/2 quart casserole dish,.
  • top with cheese and cracker crumbs.
  • Bake at 350°F for 40 minutes.
  • Serves 6.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.6, Fat 14.9, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 39.9, Sodium 592.8, Carbohydrate 29, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 3.6, Protein 9

WALLA WALLA SWEET ONION-SWISS CHEESE CASSEROLE



Walla Walla Sweet Onion-Swiss Cheese Casserole image

A nice side dish for roast beef or ham. Use Walla Walla Sweets or Vidalia's for this. Regular yellow onions aren't sweet enough.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Cheese

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup unsalted butter
3 medium walla walla onions (or Vidalia's)
2 cups swiss cheese, grated and divided
1 cup saltine, crushed and divided
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 eggs
3/4 cup half-and-half
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Peel and cut the onions in half and then quarter the halves. Slice the quarters in food processor fitted with slicing disc.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Melt 1/4 cup butter in a large skillet and saute onions over medium heat until tender.
  • Place half the onion mixture into a 1 1/2-quart oven-proof casserole.
  • Sprinkle 1 cup of Swiss cheese and 1/2 cup cracker crumbs over onions. Repeat layers of onions and cheese.
  • Beat eggs with the half-and-half, salt and pepper. Pour evenly over layered contents of casserole.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in skillet and stir in remaining cracker crumbs. Lightly brown over medium heat. Sprinkle browned crumbs over casserole.
  • Bake for 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.9, Fat 27.7, SaturatedFat 16.6, Cholesterol 136.8, Sodium 626.7, Carbohydrate 17.2, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 3.2, Protein 14.5

OVEN-BAKED WALLA WALLA SWEETS (ONION)



Oven-Baked Walla Walla Sweets (Onion) image

When I lived in Washington, we had these regularly when the Walla Walla "sweets" came in. They are deliciious and it's so simple! Makes a great appetizer or side dish.

Provided by Judikins

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h3m

Yield 1-2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 walla walla onion (or sweet onion)
1 tablespoon butter
1 beef bouillon cube (I prefer Trader Joe's)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Peel outer dry skin from onion and wash.
  • Cut hole in top of onion large enough to put boullion cube and butter.
  • Fill with cube with butter then boullion cube or crystals.
  • Place onion on aluminum foil and wrap around onion with slight "vent" in top.
  • Bake for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.6, Fat 11.9, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 30.9, Sodium 696.4, Carbohydrate 12, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 5.3, Protein 1.7

VIDALIA ONION PIE WITH BACON AND CHEESE



Vidalia Onion Pie With Bacon and Cheese image

Vidalia onions are an exceptionally sweet variety of onion (some devotees insist they can be eaten out of hand like apples) that are grown in and around the town of Vidalia in southeastern Georgia. Other types of sweet onion - such as Walla Walla and Maui - or red onions can be used instead. Prep time does not include chilling.

Provided by Alan in SW Florida

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 1h45m

Yield 1 pie, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chilled butter, cut into pieces (4 ounces)
3 tablespoons sour cream
1 -2 tablespoon water
3 slices bacon
1 lb vidalia onion, thinly sliced
3 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon flour
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup grated swiss cheese (about 1/4 pound)
2 tablespoons chopped parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • MAKE THE PASTRY: In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. With a pastry blender or two knives, cut the butter in until the mixture resembles coarse meal. Blend in the sour cream. Sprinkle on 1 tablespoon of the water and work it into the dough, adding up to 1 more tablespoon of water to form a dough that can be gathered into a ball. Pat the dough into a disc shape, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a 12-inch circle, then fit it into a 9-inch pie pan. Trim the overhang to an even 1/2-inch all the way around. fold the overhang over and crimp the dough to form a decorative border. Prick the bottom of the crust lightly with a fork. Refrigerate the pie shell for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line the pie shell with foil and fill with dried beans or pie weights. Bake for 8 minutes. Remove the foil and beans, and bake the pastry for 8 to 10 minutes longer, or until lightly golden. Remove the pie shell from the oven and reduce the the oven temperature to 375 degrees.
  • MAKE THE FILLING: In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp, about 10 minutes. Reserving the fat in the skillet, drain the bacon on paper towels; crumble and set aside.
  • In the bacon fat, saute the onions over medium heat until softened but not browned, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sour cream, flour, nutmeg, and pepper.
  • Spread the onions evenly over the bottom of the pie shell. Sprinkle the reserved bacon and the cheese evenly on top. Pour the custard mixture into the pie shell and bake for 20 minutes, or until the custard has set and the top is golden brown.
  • Serve pie warm, garnished with the parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 766.4, Fat 51.6, SaturatedFat 28.9, Cholesterol 276.9, Sodium 595.3, Carbohydrate 53.9, Fiber 3, Sugar 5.8, Protein 22.6

Tips:

- Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the Walla Walla onions, as this will help them caramelize evenly. - Be patient when caramelizing the onions. It will take about 30 minutes for them to turn a deep golden brown. - Don't overcrowd the onions in the pan when caramelizing them. This will prevent them from cooking evenly. - Use a good quality puff pastry dough for the pie crust. This will make the pie light and flaky. - Brush the edges of the pie crust with egg wash before baking. This will help the crust brown and seal the edges of the pie. - Serve the pie warm, with your favorite side dish.

Conclusion:

The Walla Walla onion pie is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's also a great way to showcase the unique flavor of Walla Walla onions. With its sweet and savory filling and flaky crust, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe, give the Walla Walla onion pie a try. You won't be disappointed!

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