Onion & Gruyère Bites (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 tbsp vegetable oil, for caramelizing onions.
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1 large onion, thinly sliced, for a sweet and savory base.
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4 oz baby bella mushrooms, sliced, for earthiness.
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2 tbsp unsalted butter, for cooking apples.
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1 ½ Granny Smith apples, cubed, for a tart and sweet contrast.
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1 tsp granulated sugar, to enhance apple sweetness.
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1 ½ oz grated Gruyère cheese, for creamy richness.
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2 tbsp minced chives, for freshness.
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½ tsp dried thyme, for a hint of herbaceousness.
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1 lb puff pastry, thawed, for the flaky base.
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1 egg, beaten, for brushing the pastry.
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 400°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Caramelize onions: Heat oil in a large skillet over low heat. Add onions and a pinch of salt. Cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and caramelized. Set aside.
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Cook mushrooms: In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms until tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer to the onion mixture.
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Cook apples: Add butter to the skillet and cook apples with sugar until tender, about 10 minutes. Add to the bowl with onions and mushrooms.
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Combine filling: Stir in Gruyère cheese, chives, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Assemble: Roll out puff pastry and cut into 2-inch squares. Place squares on the prepared baking sheets and brush with beaten egg. Spoon filling onto the center of each square.
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Bake: Bake for 25 minutes, rotating pans halfway through, until the bites are golden and crispy.
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Serve: Let cool slightly and enjoy your irresistible bites.
# Notes:
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These bites are perfect for parties, combining sweet, savory, and cheesy flavors in one flaky pastry.
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Gruyère cheese adds a creamy richness that balances the sweetness of the apples.
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You can make the filling ahead of time for easier assembly.