Butternut Squash and Caramelized Onion Pie with Puff Pastry

Butternut Squash and Caramelized Onion Pie with Puff Pastry - A Delicious Vegetarian Delight!
This Butternut Squash and Caramelized Onion Pie with Puff Pastry is a perfect vegetarian dish that is sure to impress your guests. The dish is made with a combination of sweet butternut squash, caramelized onions, and flaky puff pastry that creates a mouth-watering flavor and texture.

Ingredients (serves 6-8):

- 1 large butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 2 large onions, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten

Cooking Tips:

- To save time, you can use pre-cut butternut squash from the grocery store.
- Make sure to slice the onions thinly and evenly to ensure they caramelize evenly.
- Use a non-stick pan to prevent the onions from sticking to the bottom of the pan.

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until they are caramelized, stirring occasionally. This should take about 20-25 minutes.
3. Add the diced butternut squash to the skillet and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until the squash is tender.
4. Add the brown sugar, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to the skillet and stir to combine.
5. Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface and place it in a 9-inch pie dish.
6. Pour the butternut squash and onion mixture into the pie dish.
7. Brush the beaten egg over the edges of the puff pastry.
8. Bake the pie for 25-30 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly.
Appearance and Taste:
This Butternut Squash and Caramelized Onion Pie with Puff Pastry is a beautiful dish that is sure to impress your guests. The golden brown puff pastry is flaky and buttery, while the filling is sweet and savory with a hint of thyme. The butternut squash adds a creamy texture to the dish, while the caramelized onions provide a rich and flavorful taste.
Type of Dish: Vegetarian Pie
Main Ingredients: Butternut Squash, Caramelized Onions, Puff Pastry