Bacon-Apple Pie: A Savory Twist You Won’t Want to Miss

Introducing: Savory Bacon-Apple Pie

Hey there, foodies! Today, I’m excited to share with you my latest culinary creation: Savory Bacon-Apple Pie. This dish is perfect for the upcoming fall season when apples are at their peak freshness, and the weather calls for comforting, hearty meals. The combination of crispy bacon and sweet apples in a savory pie crust is sure to surprise and delight your taste buds. So, let’s jump right into the recipe!

Ingredients:

• 200g all-purpose flour
• 150g cold butter, cubed
• 150g crispy bacon, chopped
• 3 medium apples, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 onion, diced
• 100g cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves

Kitchen Tools:

• mixing bowl
• rolling pin
• skillet
• pie dish
• oven

To start, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and cold butter cubes. Use your fingers to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Add a few tablespoons of ice-cold water and knead the dough until it comes together. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook the diced onion until translucent. Add the sliced apples and cook until slightly softened. Stir in the chopped bacon, cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, and thyme leaves. Remove from heat and set aside.

Roll out the chilled pastry dough on a floured surface and line a pie dish with it. Fill the crust with the bacon-apple mixture. Brush the edges of the pastry with beaten egg and cover the pie with another layer of pastry. Seal the edges and brush the top with more beaten egg for a golden finish.

Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. Allow the pie to cool slightly before slicing and serving.

The approximate total weight of the cooked Savory Bacon-Apple Pie is 1200g, and it serves 6 people. Each serving weighs around 200g, with an estimated calorie count of 350 per portion.

One unique tip for this recipe is to sprinkle a bit of extra cheddar cheese on top of the pie before baking to add an extra layer of gooey, cheesy goodness.

I hope you give this Savory Bacon-Apple Pie a try and enjoy it as much as I do. Feel free to experiment with different cheese or herb combinations to make it your own. Happy cooking!