Cheese, Onion and Potato Pie

This Cheese, Onion and Potato Pie is a comforting classic, perfect for lunch, dinner, or even cold the next day. Packed with creamy mashed potato, sautéed onions, and rich cheese all baked in a golden shortcrust pastry with fresh tomato on top, this pie is hearty, nostalgic, and incredibly satisfying.

Ingredients:

For the filling:
600g potatoes, peeled and chopped
2 medium onions, finely sliced
1 tablespoon butter or oil
200g mature cheddar cheese, grated
1 teaspoon dried thyme or parsley
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the pastry:
250g plain flour
125g cold butter, cubed
1/2 teaspoon salt
4–5 tablespoons cold water

For the topping:
1 medium tomato, sliced
Optional: egg wash for brushing

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