Craze-E Caramelized Onion, Cranberry and Blue Chees

Name: Craze-E Caramelized Onion, Cranberry and Blue Cheese Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 shortcrust pastry dough (enough pastry to fit a 13-inch x 9-inch pyrex baking dish); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon butter; 3 large red onions, halved, thinly sliced (about 2 pounds); 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1 ½ teaspoons dried herbes de provence (or a mixture of your favourite herbs); ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste); ½ teaspoon freshly-cracked black pepper (or to taste); ½ cup dried cranberries, halved; 100 g crumbled blue cheese (about 4 ounces); 100 g sliced almonds (about 4 ounces)

Servings: persons

1 shortcrust pastry dough (enough pastry to fit a 13-inch x 9-inch pyrex baking dish)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
3 large red onions, halved, thinly sliced (about 2 pounds)
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons dried herbes de provence (or a mixture of your favourite herbs)
½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
½ teaspoon freshly-cracked black pepper (or to taste)
½ cup dried cranberries, halved
100 g crumbled blue cheese (about 4 ounces)
100 g sliced almonds (about 4 ounces)

1
For filling: Melt oil and butter in large skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add onions.
3
Cook until onions are soft and beginning to brown, stirring frequently, about 10 minutes.
4
Add balsamic vinegar, herbes, salt and pepper.
5
Reduce heat to medium.
6
Continue to cook until onions are soft and caramelized, stirring frequently, about 25-30 minutes longer.
7
Remove from heat; stir in dried cranberries and cool.
8
Preheat oven to 220C (425F).
9
Transfer dough to 13 x 9 pyrex baking dish.
10
Pierce dough all over with fork (this is called 'docking').
11
Blind bake for 15 minutes.
12
Spread onion mixture evenly over dough.
13
Sprinkle with cheese and almonds.
14
Bake until cheese is bubbling and sliced almonds are golden, about 15-20 minutes longer.
15
Let cool.
16
Cut into squares and serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 shortcrust pastry dough (enough pastry to fit a 13-inch x 9-inch pyrex baking dish), 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon butter, 3 large red onions, halved, thinly sliced (about 2 pounds), and more.

Yes, Craze-E Caramelized Onion, Cranberry and Blue Cheese Squares falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Craze-E Caramelized Onion, Cranberry and Blue Cheese Squares

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Variations & substitutions

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