Onion Tart

1. 1

   Melt the butter in a large heavy-based non-reactive pan with a lid over a very low heat.

2. 2

   Add the onions and cook with the lid on, stirring regularly to ensure the onions do not burn, for about two hours.

3. 3

   The onions should be very soft, sticky and brown.

4. 4

   Turn up the heat and add the vinegar, sugar, mustard and salt.

5. 5

   Cook until the vinegar has almost completely reduced.

6. 6

   Stir regularly for about 30 minutes to prevent the onions burning, until the onions are a deep golden-brown.

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   (A little colour from the bottom of the pan is fine - just stir it in.

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   Preheat the oven to 400F.

10. 10

    Fill the ready-cooked pastry case with the onion mixture and smooth it out evenly with a spatula.

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    Sprinkle with grated parmesan season with freshly ground black pepper.

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    Bake the tart in the oven for 20 minutes.

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    Remove and leave to rest for ten minutes.

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    To serve, slice while warm and serve on warmed plates.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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