Onion Flans with Fonduta Recipe

Name: Onion Flans with Fonduta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 tbsp. unsalted butter, divided; 2 md. Spanish onions, sliced in 1/4-inch slices; 1/2 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg; 1/2 tsp. finely chopped fresh rosemary leaves; 2 cups milk; 3 eggs; 5 egg yolks; 1/4 cup grated fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano; Salt, to taste; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1 recipe Fonduta; 1 md. white truffle, shaved

Servings: persons

5 tbsp. unsalted butter, divided
2 md. Spanish onions, sliced in 1/4-inch slices
1/2 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 tsp. finely chopped fresh rosemary leaves
2 cups milk
3 eggs
5 egg yolks
1/4 cup grated fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 recipe Fonduta
1 md. white truffle, shaved

1
In a 10-inch to 12-inch saute pan, heat butter until foam subsides.
2
Add onions and cook slowly until soft and golden-brown, about 12 to 15 minutes.
3
Allow to cool.
4
You'll need 3-ounce souffle rounds or flan dishes for this recipe.
5
Butter the flan molds and preheat oven to 350F.
6
Divide the onions among the flan molds.
7
In a bowl, whisk together nutmeg, rosemary, milk, eggs, yolks and grated cheese.
8
Season with salt and pepper and divide milk mixture among the flan molds.
9
Place flans in brownie pan and fill to halfway with cool water.
10
Place in oven and bake 45 minutes, or until insides are set or a toothpick exits dry.
11
Remove from oven and allow to cool 5 minutes.
12
Unmold and serve with Fonduta and truffles.

528

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 tbsp. unsalted butter, divided, 2 md. Spanish onions, sliced in 1/4-inch slices, 1/2 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg, 1/2 tsp. finely chopped fresh rosemary leaves, and more.

Yes, Onion Flans with Fonduta falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Onion Flans with Fonduta

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Variations & substitutions

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