Cheese and Onion Pie

Cheese and Onion Pie is a classic comfort food that’s both hearty and flavourful.

This savory pie combines the rich creaminess of melted cheese with the sweet, mild flavor of sautéed onions, all wrapped in a crisp pastry crust. Perfect as a main dish or a side, it’s an ideal choice for family dinners, cozy nights in. Simple yet satisfying, this pie offers a delicious balance of textures and flavours that make it a timeless favourite.

INGREDIENTS – serves 3

PIE

1 sheet of ready rolled short crust pastry
1 medium potato, peeled and cut into 1cm cubes 2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 large onion peeled and finely sliced
2 tbsp plain flour
180 ml whole milk
50 ml double cream
150g grated Red Fox
1⁄4 tsp mustard powder
1⁄4 tsp salt
1⁄2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 egg lightly whisked

METHOD

1. Preheat the oven to 200C.
2. Add the cubed potatoes for to a pan of boiling water for 10-12 minutes – boil until the potato is very tender and starting to break apart. Drain and put to one side.
3. Melt the butter in a second pan and add the sliced onion. Stir and cook over a medium heat for 5 minutes until the onion softens. Sprinkle on the flour and stir to coat the onions. Cook for a further minute.
4. Add the milk a splash at a time, whilst stirring, until the milk is fully incorporated. Add in the cream, cheese, mustard powder, salt, pepper, and the cooked potatoes. Stir together until the cheese has melted and the potatoes break down. Once thick, pour into a 20cm pie dish.
5. Layer the pastry over the dish and use a knife to trim the overhanging edges. Use a fork to
6. crimp the edges of the pastry.
7. Brush the tops of the pies with egg wash and pierce two holes in the top of each pie using a sharp knife.
8. Place the pies on a baking tray and bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Recipe from Belton Farm