FRENCH ONION PIE 
1 pie shell
1 can French fried onions (2 c.)
4 eggs
2 c. milk
2 oz. shredded sharp cheese (1/2 c.)
1/2 tsp. salt
Dash cayenne pepper
4 oz. shredded sharp cheese (1 c.)

Bake pie shell in 450 degree oven for 7-8 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees. While pastry is still warm, fill bottom with 1 1/2 cups French fried onions. Save 1/2 cup of onions for garnish.

Beat eggs slightly, blend in milk and 1/2 cup shredded cheese, salt, and pepper.

Pour over onions in pie shell. Sprinkle the 1 cup cheese over pie. Bake in 325 degree oven for 45 minutes. Sprinkle reserved onions around egg of pie. Bake 5-10 minutes longer. Let stand 10 minutes at room temperature before serving.

 

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