Chile and Cheese Tart

I really liked this easy dinner. It was very cheesy. I used jalapenos instead of mild green chiles, and used less hot sauce.

Bon Appetit, June 2009

6 servings

1 tbsp olive oil

1 small red onion, diced

3/4 cup heavy whipping cream

2 large eggs

1 1/2 tsp coarse kosher salt

3/4 tsp hot pepper sauce

1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

1 7 -to8-oz package shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1 7-oz can diced mild green chiles

1 purchased frozen 9-inch -diameter deep-dish pie crust (do not thaw)

Preheat oven to 400. Heat oil in medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion. Cover and cook until just tender, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Cool briefly.

Whisk cream and next 4 ingredients in bowl to blend. Mix in cheese, chiles, and onion mixture. Pour filling into frozen crust.

Bake tart until golden brown and set in center, about 40 minutes.