Caramelized Onion Pudding
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Author Notes: Sorting through my holiday recipes, I stumbled on an old favorite. This pudding goes well with turkey, chicken, pork or beef, a versatile side dish for cold weather gatherings. Be certain to slowly caramelize the onions to encourage their rich flavor. - Lizthechef - Lizthechef
Food52 Review: WHO: Lizthechef is a seasoned, devoted home cook, retired social worker, and blogger.
WHAT: A simple, no-fuss savory pudding to make over and over again.
HOW: Get a deep caramelization on the onions, mix with the rest of the ingredients, and bake.
WHY WE LOVE IT: At first glance, this seems like it would resemble a crustless quiche -- but it's even more refined than that. Make sure to take your time while caramelizing the onions; they are the star of the dish. This would make a perfect, elegant side dish for a holiday meal -- and is quick enough to whip up for a weeknight dinner, too. - Food52
Serves 4
- 2 large yellow onions, peeled, sliced and cut into half circles
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon AP unbleached flour
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- In a large skillet, heat the oil and butter. When melted, add the onions and the thyme. Cook slowly, over medium-low heat, until the onions turn limp and brown.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Using a mixer, beat the eggs. Add the dry ingredients and mix well over medium speed.
- Lower the mixer speed and add the cream.
- Grease a medium-sized gratin dish. Add the onions. Cover with the pudding mixture.
- Bake 40 minutes or until browned and bubbly.
- This recipe is a Wildcard Contest Winner!
- This recipe is a Community Pick!
- This recipe was entered in the contest for Your Best Root Vegetable Side
- This recipe was entered in the contest for Your Best Vegetarian Holiday Side
Tags: Holidays, rich, Vegetarian
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5 months ago blanchette
making this tonight....potatoes on the brain so browned 2 small ones cut into thin half moons first, then the onions with thyme, rosemary, fresh cracked smoked peppercorns and smoked paprika. Wow! The whole house smells good & savory!
6 months ago Mianna
Sooo yummy, perfect for cold nights. Congratulations and thank you for what will be my constant comfort dish!
6 months ago mrslarkin
Mrs. Larkin is a trusted source on Baking.
Congrats Liz! This is going to be perfect with our Christmas Roast. :)
6 months ago hardlikearmour
hardlikearmour is a trusted home cook.
Congratulations, LTC! This sounds insanely good!
6 months ago sdebrango
Suzanne is a trusted source on General Cooking.
Congrats Liz, what a great recipe. Looks delicious!
6 months ago Lizthechef
Thanks, sdbrango - I am a fan of yours.
6 months ago sdebrango
Suzanne is a trusted source on General Cooking.
Thanks so much and I you!
6 months ago Lizthechef
Thanks again, everybody - think I will make this over the weekend with a roast chicken.
6 months ago fiveandspice
Emily is a trusted source on Scandinavian Cuisine.
Woohoo congrats Liz! I crazy love this recipe!
6 months ago TasteFood
Yay Liz! Great find Food52!
6 months ago dymnyno
CONGRATS, LIZ!
6 months ago cookinginvictoria
Yay -- warmest congratulations on the WC, Lizthechef! I was the CP tester for this recipe many moons ago, and I too can speak authoratively about how good this dish is. It is always part of our repertoire for the holiday season. So easy and so delicious!
6 months ago inpatskitchen
Congratulations Liz1 This looks unbelievable! Saved!
6 months ago Lizthechef
Wow - what a nice surprise. Just what I need to get me back in the kitchen after 2 weeks of nursing a pinched nerve in my back. You have no idea how this picks up my spirits. Thank you!
6 months ago drbabs
Barbara is a trusted source on General Cooking.
Congratulations, Miz Liz! I hope to try this soon!
6 months ago AntoniaJames
AntoniaJames is a trusted source on Bread/Baking.
I've made this several times and can attest to its deliciousness! Congrats on this well-deserved honor. Will be making this for sure within the next few weeks. ;o)
6 months ago lastnightsdinner
This looks fantastic - yay, Liz!
6 months ago EmilyC
Congrats on the WC -- this looks so, so good!
over 1 year ago AntoniaJames
AntoniaJames is a trusted source on Bread/Baking.
On the menu for Valentine's Day. Just love this! ;o)
over 1 year ago Lizthechef
You flatter me - so glad it is a hit in your family.
over 1 year ago Becos
I made this last night and it was really wonderful. Definitely one of those recipes that turns out to be more than the sum of its parts. Thank you for sharing!
over 1 year ago Lizthechef
Glad it worked for you - I had it for ages in my "must-try" file and now go back to it again and again during cold weather.
over 1 year ago BlueKaleRoad
I just made this again and it was devoured - again. Thanks for such a lovely recipe!
over 1 year ago Lizthechef
Thanks, BKR, I am reminded to try this for a dinner party side next weekend - as a "side" with short ribs.
over 1 year ago MyCommunalTable
Yummy. This is just what the doctor ordered. I wish I had some right now. I will make some tomorrow.