French Onion and Beef Strudel

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this French Onion and Beef Strudel, a savory pastry bursting with bold flavors and culinary elegance. Featuring golden caramelized onions, seasoned ground beef, and a decadent layer of melted Gruyère cheese, this dish is wrapped in flaky, buttery puff pastry and baked to perfection. Enhanced with aromatic thyme and a touch of Worcestershire sauce, it delivers a sophisticated twist on classic comfort fare. Perfect as a hearty dinner centerpiece or a show-stopping appetizer, this recipe is easy to prepare yet guaranteed to impress. Ready in just over an hour, this strudel combines gourmet flavor with a simple, approachable cooking process.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon thyme leaves, fresh
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
• 1 sheet puff pastry sheets, thawed
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon heavy cream or milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and olive oil together. Add the sliced onions and sprinkle with the sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes until the onions are golden brown and caramelized.

Step 3

Remove the onions from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add the ground beef and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.

Step 4

Add the garlic, thyme, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper to the beef. Stir well and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.

Step 5

Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle, approximately 10x14 inches.

Step 6

Spread the caramelized onions evenly over the center of the pastry, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. Top the onions with the cooked beef mixture, followed by a layer of shredded Gruyère cheese.

Step 7

Fold the long sides of the pastry over the filling, overlapping slightly, and then tuck the short ends underneath to seal the strudel.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk the egg with the heavy cream or milk. Brush the egg wash over the surface of the pastry.

Step 9

Place the strudel on the prepared baking sheet, seam side down, and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.

Step 10

Allow the strudel to cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	597.5 grams (597.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1343

Total Fat 105.30g	135%
Saturated Fat 50.20g	251%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.10g
Cholesterol 395mg	132%
Sodium 3608mg	157%
Total Carbohydrate 60.80g	22%
Dietary Fiber 6.80g	24%
Total Sugars 19.40g
Protein 45.70g	91%

Vitamin D 72IU	360%
Calcium 1143mg	88%
Iron 4mg	24%
Potassium 763mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.0%

Protein: 13.3%

Carbs: 17.7%