Alpine Caramelized Onion and Thyme Tart (Alpen karamellisierte Zwiebeln und Thymian-Tarte)

This Alpen karamellisierte Zwiebeln und Thymian-Tarte (Alpine Caramelized Onion and Thyme Tart) is a delightful dish from Liechtensteiner cuisine that combines the sweetness of caramelized onions with the earthy flavor of thyme in a savory tart.

Alpine Caramelized Onion and Thyme Tart (Alpen karamellisierte Zwiebeln und Thymian-Tarte)

Ingredients

  • 1 pre-made pie crust
  • 3 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place the pie crust in a tart pan and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until they are soft and golden brown, about 20 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle the sugar over the caramelized onions and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Spread the caramelized onions evenly over the pie crust. Sprinkle the thyme leaves and Gruyère cheese on top.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the onions and cheese in the tart pan.
  7. Bake the tart in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
  8. Allow the tart to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
8g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Tart pan Skillet Bowl Whisk

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Alpen karamellisierte Zwiebeln und Thymian-Tarte warm as an appetizer or alongside a fresh green salad for a delightful lunch or dinner.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can caramelize the onions for a longer period of time, up to 45-50 minutes, on low heat.

Cost

$15