Puff pastry pie with onions, cheese and walnuts

6 servings

30 minutes

Layered pie with onions, cheese, and walnuts is a true gastronomic journey into the heart of Georgian cuisine. The thin, crispy puff pastry serves as the perfect base for a juicy filling of caramelized onions, aromatic hard cheese, and crunchy walnuts. The light acidity of balsamic vinegar highlights the sweetness of the onions, creating a harmony of flavors. This pie is not just a dish but a symbol of hospitality inherent in Georgian traditions and a wonderful combination of simple yet rich ingredients. Perfect for cozy family dinners or as an appetizer on festive tables, this pie surprises with its exquisite taste, revealing the secrets of Caucasian culinary mastery.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 512.4
• Proteins: 12.2g
• Fats: 36.6g
• Carbohydrates: 35.1g

Ingredients

• Onion: 600 g
• Puff pastry: 350 g
• Salt: to taste
• Vegetable oil: 4 tbsp
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Walnuts: 50 g
• Balsamic vinegar: 0.5 tbsp
• Hard cheese: 150 g

Cooking steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees.

2. Roll out the puff pastry and place it on a greased baking sheet.

   Required ingredients:

   • Puff pastry: 350 g
   • Vegetable oil: 4 tablespoons

3. Peel and slice the onion into thin rings. Sauté the onion in vegetable oil for 10 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and drizzle with balsamic vinegar.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 600 g
   • Vegetable oil: 4 tablespoons
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Balsamic vinegar: 0.5 tablespoon

4. Spread the onion filling on the dough, sprinkle with grated cheese and chopped walnuts. Bake for 15-20 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 600 g
   • Hard cheese: 150 g
   • Walnuts: 50 g