GERMAN ZWIEBELKUCHEN (ONION PIE)

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Zwiebelkuchen is an onion pie from Swabia, in south-central Germany. It is a special time of year, in the fall, when the mom & pop winemakers will open a BasinWirtschaft in their barn or garage. This recipe is from All Recipes.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Pork

Time 2h

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 lbs onions, sliced
4 slices bacon
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
4 eggs
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon caraway seed
2 recipes 9" pastry pie shells

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Line a jelly-roll pan or large pizza pan with prepared dough, making sure dough extends up sides of pan.
  • Saute onion in a until translucent and pour cooked onion into a large mixing bowl.
  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown.
  • Drain, chop and add to onion; mix well.
  • Stir in sour cream.
  • Beat eggs enough to break up yolks, then mix in to pie mixture.
  • Add flour to thicken mixture (onions will create a lot of water), then add salt. Mix well and pour mixture into prepared pan.
  • Sprinkle top with caraway seed.
  • Bake in preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until onions start to turn golden brown on top.

Latrell Edwards
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This onion pie is a great way to use up leftover onions. It's easy to make and can be served as a main course or a side dish.


Nahashon Maina
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I'm not a big fan of onion pie, but this recipe changed my mind. The pie was flavorful and the crust was perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.


Anisha Aisha
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This is my go-to recipe for Zwiebelkuchen. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the combination of sweet onions and savory bacon.


April Ferrell
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I love this recipe! The onion pie is always a hit at my parties. I usually make two pies because they go so fast.


Roger Gonzalez
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This onion pie was a disappointment. The crust was dry and the filling was bland. I won't be making this recipe again.


Bazamile Khambule
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I've made this Zwiebelkuchen several times now and it's always a hit. The crust is flaky and the filling is rich and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Muhammad Rizwam Rizwam
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The onion pie was a showstopper at my last potluck. Everyone wanted the recipe.


Tseko Nape
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I'm not a fan of onions, but this pie was surprisingly delicious. The sweetness of the onions was balanced out by the savory bacon and cheese. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rehan Naseer
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This onion pie is a great way to use up leftover bread. I used a sourdough boule and it turned out perfectly. The pie was hearty and flavorful.


Tamanna Rahman
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I made this recipe for my German friend and she loved it! She said it reminded her of home. Thank you for sharing this authentic recipe.


akbar hossain
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This recipe is a fail. The crust was soggy and the filling was bland. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.


Tahahamid Abbasi
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Not bad! The onion pie was easy to make and had a nice flavor. I might add a bit more cheese next time for a richer taste.


Md. Aminul Islam Rubel
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This recipe is a keeper! The onion pie was a hit at my last dinner party. Everyone raved about the crispy crust and flavorful filling. I can't wait to make it again.


Natali Ramirez
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I was skeptical at first, but this Zwiebelkuchen turned out to be amazing! The combination of onions, bacon, and cheese is pure heaven. I'll definitely be making this again.


Jade T
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OMG! This German Zwiebelkuchen (Onion Pie) is a real winner! The flavors are incredibly balanced, with the sweetness of the onions perfectly complemented by the savory bacon and cheese. The crust is flaky and buttery, providing the perfect base for t