Sweet Vidalia Onion Custard Bread

Yield: 6 to 8 servings

Ingredients

Bread

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 large Sweet Vidalia onion, halved and sliced
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Topping

• 1/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons reserved caramelized onion
• 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
• 1 tablespoon butter, melted

Instructions

Bread

1. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Saute onions 10 to 15 minutes or until light golden brown. Reserve 2 tablespoons for topping.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Stir in milk, egg, and cheese. Add remaining onions. Pour into a greased 9 inch, deep-dish pie plate.

Topping

1. Sprinkle bread with cheese, reserved onions and poppy seeds. Drizzle butter over top of bread.
2. Bake at 400 degrees F until golden brown, about 25 to 35 minutes.
3. Cool slightly. Cut into wedges and serve warm.

Attribution

Vidalia Onions