Welsh Onion Cake

Welsh Onion Cake is a traditional Welsh dish that dates back to the 18th century. It was originally made by Welsh miners using easily accessible ingredients like onions and cheese.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Welsh Onion Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Welsh Courses: Baked Dish, Lunch, Savory Dish Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1920

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Plain flour
• 100 gram Butter
• 3 medium Onions
• 150 gram Cheddar cheese
• 3 large Eggs
• 150 ml Milk
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour and butter until it resembles breadcrumbs.
3. Add the grated cheddar cheese, chopped onions, thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
5. Pour the egg mixture into the flour mixture and mix until well combined.
6. Grease a baking dish and pour the mixture into it.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes or until golden brown and set.
8. Allow the Welsh Onion Cake to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
9. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 16g25%

Total Carbohydrate 36g12%

Sugars 6g

Protein 8g16%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.