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Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts

Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts: A Taste of Elegance

Delight your guests with these Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts, perfect for any holiday gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 tarts
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tart Shells
  • 1 package Puff Pastry Use gluten-free if needed
  • 1 large Egg (beaten) For egg wash
For the Filling
  • 2 large Onions Yellow or sweet, sliced thinly
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing onions
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Adds richness
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Optional, enhances sweetness
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 8 ounces Goat Cheese Can substitute with feta or mild blue cheese
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Optional for creamy texture
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme Or rosemary/chives as alternatives
  • to taste Honey Optional, for drizzling before serving

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Tart pan
  • Baking Sheet
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add thinly sliced onions and cook until caramelized for about 30 to 40 minutes.
  3. Add 1 teaspoon of sugar if desired, and sprinkle in fresh thyme and black pepper once onions are caramelized. Stir to combine.
  4. Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into desired shapes for tart shells.
  5. Place pastry on a baking sheet, spoon in the caramelized onion mixture, and top with crumbled goat cheese. Optionally drizzle with heavy cream.
  6. Brush edges with beaten egg for a glossy finish. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden.
  7. Let cool slightly, then drizzle with honey before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These tarts can be made ahead and reheated. They are gluten-free adaptable and can include optional ingredients for added flavor.

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