METHOD (Makes 12).
Finely slice the onion and soften in a pan using 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Allow to cool.
Using the ingredients indicated, make up a well developed dough.
Divide into 12 equal pieces, mould into balls and rest for 5 minutes.
Remould into balls and place well apart on a greased baking tray.
Cover with a a damp tea towel; lightly oiled plastic or polythene and prove in a warm place for 15 minutes.
Remove the cover then egg wash and press each ball into a birds nest shape. Fill the centre created with the softened onion. Cover again and prove for a further 20 – 25 minutes.
Removing the cover, egg wash again and sprinkle the grated cheese round the edge of the risen dough piece. Poppy seeds may also be sprinkled on if desired.
Bake in a preheated oven at 220°C, (420°F, Gas Mark 7) for 12 – 15 minutes or until golden brown.
Place on a cooling wire and cool completely.
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Use red, white, spring onion or leeks to vary this recipe which is delicious served hot or cold.