Description
A delicious and easy-to-make Mushroom Tart featuring a crispy puff pastry base topped with sautéed Swiss brown and white button mushrooms, caramelized onion, garlic, and melted cheddar cheese. This savory tart is perfect for a quick dinner or elegant appetizer, finished with fresh parsley for a burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Mushroom Tart Ingredients
- 250 g Swiss brown mushrooms, sliced
- 150 g white button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 brown onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 60 g cheddar cheese, grated
- 3 tsp olive oil, divided
- Handful chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) to prepare for baking the tart.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: Dice the brown onion and mince the garlic cloves. Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onions and cook until translucent, then add the garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Sauté Mushrooms: Add the sliced Swiss brown and white button mushrooms to the skillet and increase heat to high. Sauté until the mushrooms start to brown, then add the remaining teaspoon of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Place the thawed puff pastry sheet on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Lightly score a 1-inch border around the pastry without cutting through. Use a fork to poke several holes in the center of the puff pastry to prevent rising.
- Assemble Tart: Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese evenly over the center of the puff pastry within the scored border. Spread the cooled sautéed mushroom mixture on top of the cheese. Lightly spray the border with olive oil spray or brush it with egg wash to promote browning.
- Bake: Bake the tart in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle chopped parsley over the tart, cut into 4 squares, and serve warm to enjoy the crispy and flavorful Mushroom Tart.
Notes
- Allow mushroom mixture to cool before adding it to the puff pastry to prevent sogginess.
- Use olive oil spray or egg wash on the pastry border to enhance browning and crispness.
- Puff pastry can be substituted with homemade or store-bought versions depending on availability.
- This tart is best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated gently in the oven.
- For a vegetarian option, use a cheese that suits dietary preferences and ensure puff pastry contains no animal fats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
