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French Vegetarian Sauerkraut Pie Recipe

French Vegetarian Sauerkraut Pie Recipe

250kcal
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Prep 20 minutes
Cook 40 minutes
Total 1 hour
The French Vegetarian Sauerkraut Pie recipe is a unique and flavorful dish that I recently discovered and instantly fell in love with.
Servings 8 Servings
Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine French

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of sauerkraut drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup of grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup of grated Swiss cheese
  • 1/2 cup of chopped onions
  • 1/2 cup of chopped bell peppers you can use a mix of red, green, and yellow
  • 2 cloves of garlic minced
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup of milk or a dairy-free substitute for a vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon of caraway seeds
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pre-made pie crust use a vegan pie crust for a vegan option.

Equipment

  • Large pan for sautéing vegetables
  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Oven

Method

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large pan over medium heat, sauté the onions, bell peppers, and garlic until they are softened.
  3. Add the sauerkraut to the pan and sauté for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, caraway seeds, salt, and pepper.
  5. Spread half of the sauerkraut mixture on the bottom of the pre-made pie crust.
  6. Layer half of the cheddar cheese and Swiss cheese over the sauerkraut.
  7. Repeat the layering with the remaining sauerkraut and cheese.
  8. Pour the egg mixture over the layers in the pie crust, making sure it seeps into the layers.
  9. Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set.
  10. Let the pie cool for a few minutes before slicing into 8 pieces.

Nutrition

Calories250kcalCarbohydrates15gProtein11gFat16gSaturated Fat7gCholesterol60mgSodium600mgPotassium240mgFiber2gSugar3g

Notes

Tips and Tricks

Make sure to drain and rinse the sauerkraut well to remove excess brine.
Use a pre-made pie crust to save time.
Sautéing the vegetables before adding them to the pie helps to bring out their flavor.
Let the pie cool for a few minutes before slicing to ensure it holds its shape.

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