Caramelized Onion Pesto Pie

Submitted by Geema

"A very savory and rich tart with lots of variations for the type of crust you want to use. It's a good light, vegetarian meal served with a salad, a fine first course, or as an appetizer when cut in smaller pieces."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 5mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Yields: 1 tart

ingredients

• 3 lbs sweet onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 pie shell (I've also used a Boboli Crust, puff pastry and phyllo dough with good results)
• 1⁄2 cup prepared pesto sauce
• 1⁄4 cup Dijon mustard

directions

1. Cook the sliced onion in the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft.
2. Add the sugar and salt and continue cooking and stirring until onions are golden and caramelized, about 35 minutes.
3. Spread mustard on the crust of your choice.
4. Spread pesto over the mustard.
5. Spoon the onions into the crust and smooth to make an even layer.
6. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until crust is light brown and cooked.
7. Time and temperature might vary depending on what type of crust you choose.

Reviews

[Linorama]

Fantastic! This was so easy to throw together and the mix of flavors was rich and delicious. I used 12 sheets of phyllo dough as the crust and I think I will go with more next time for a little more substantial bottom layer. I laid it out flat and brushed just a thin layer of the dijon mustard, using only about half. When it came out of the oven I sprinkled it with a little crushed black pepper. We enjoyed it so much even my husband (a stingy star-giver) rated it 5 stars. Thanks for the great recipe!

 

[evelynathens]

This was fantastic, and very easy. Really good, savoury combination of flavours and I love caramelized onion anything. I used puff pastry, and not in a pie plate. Just laid it out flat on a cookie sheet and cut the finished product into little canapes to share with friends.

 

[VegSocialWorker]

Delish. I used phyllo dough and made a huge tart. Next time, I want more toppings. Made this for guests for dinner tonight and we all thought is turned out great. Thanks for posting, I'd make it again.

 

[Vegan Courtney]

Delicious. We made this on a pizza crust from a local bakery, modifying the baking instructions to match. We also brushed the crust with olive oil. This is definitely a keeper!

 

[Condo Cook]

Excellent! I didn't have dijon mustard, so I used honey mustard which enhanced the sweetness of the caramelized onions. I plan to make this recipe again and again.