Description
A savory Mushroom Goat Cheese Tart featuring a flaky puff pastry crust filled with sautéed mushrooms, creamy goat cheese, and a hint of thyme. This elegant yet easy-to-make tart combines rich flavors with a golden, crisp crust, perfect as a appetizer or light meal.
Ingredients
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Pastry and Topping
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed) or homemade tart dough
- 1 egg yolk (for brushing)
- 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese (for extra richness)
Mushroom Filling
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced (cremini, shiitake, or button)
- 1 teaspoon thyme (fresh or dried)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup heavy cream or sour cream
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional, for depth of flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s at the perfect temperature for baking the tart.
- Prepare Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry and place it in a tart pan or on a lined baking sheet for easy handling and baking.
- Dock the Pastry: Use a fork to prick the surface of the pastry lightly, which will help prevent it from puffing up too much as it bakes.
- Brush Edges: Brush the edges of the pastry with the egg yolk to give the crust a beautiful golden color and glossy finish when baked.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat, then add the finely chopped shallot and minced garlic, sautéing them for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cook Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms along with thyme, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms have softened and turned golden brown.
- Optional Mustard Layer: Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard over the prepared pastry to add a subtle depth of flavor.
- Assemble Filling: Evenly spread the cooked mushroom mixture over the pastry base to create the savory filling layer.
- Add Goat Cheese: Sprinkle the crumbled goat cheese evenly over the mushroom mixture to add creamy richness.
- Add Cream and Parmesan: Drizzle heavy cream or sour cream on top and then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese to enhance the tart’s flavor and texture.
- Bake: Place the tart in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the crust is crisp and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the tart to cool for 5 minutes after baking, then slice and serve warm to enjoy the full flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can use any combination of mushrooms such as cremini, shiitake, or button based on preference or availability.
- Dijon mustard is optional but adds an excellent layer of flavor to the tart.
- For a richer tart, substitute sour cream with heavy cream or vice versa according to your taste.
- This tart is best served warm as the flavors and textures are most pronounced.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and gently reheated in the oven for best results.
