Amish Onion Cake

Directions

1. 1
   In a large skillet, cook onions in 1/2 cup butter over low heat for 10 minutes.
2. 2
   Stir in the poppy seeds, salt, paprika and pepper; cook until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
3. 3
   Remove from the heat; set aside.
4. 4
   In a bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder and sugars.
5. 5
   Cut in 1-1/4 cups butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
6. 6
   Melt the remaining butter.
7. 7
   In a bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, sour cream and melted butter.
8. 8
   Make a well in dry ingredients; stir in egg mixture just until moistened.
9. 9
   Spread into a greased 10-inch springform pan.
10. 10
    Spoon onion mixture over the dough.
11. 11
    Place pan on a baking sheet.
12. 12
    Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
13. 13
    Serve warm.