cheese and onion pie

Method

• step 1

  Microwave the onions in a heatproof bowl with 3 tablespoons of water. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes on high, stirring halfway through,

• step 2

  Heat the oven to 200 ̊C, fan 180 ̊C, gas 6. Mix together the cooled onions and cheese. Season generously with black pepper and a little salt. Lightly beat together 2 eggs, add to the cheese, and mix well

• step 3

  Pastry line a shallow pie dish, about 25cm x 6cm

• step 4

  Pack in the filling, and smooth over the top. Add a top to the pie. Beat the remaining egg, and brush a little onto the lip of the dish, sealing the edges. Trim off the edges and crimp , or press down with a fork, and make a steam hole. Brush with the remaining beaten egg

• step 5

  Bake for 40 minutes until golden brown. Leave to cool for 10 minutes before cutting