Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts
Discover how to make Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.
20
Prep Time
40
Cook Time
60
Total Time
6
Servings
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Discover how to make Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.
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Instructions
Step 1
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
2. Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the pastry into 6 equal squares. Transfer the squares to the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch between each tart.
Step 3
3. Using a paring knife, score a 1/2-inch border around the edge of each pastry square, being careful not to cut all the way through. This will create a raised edge when baked.
Step 4
4. Brush the edges of each pastry square with the beaten egg wash. Prick the center of each square several times with a fork to prevent excessive puffing.
Step 5
5. Bake the pastry squares for 12-15 minutes until they're puffed and lightly golden. Remove from oven and gently press down the centers with the back of a spoon, leaving the borders raised.
Step 6
6. While the pastry bakes, prepare the caramelized onions. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes until they begin to soften.
Step 7
7. Add the sugar, salt, and pepper to the onions. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes until the onions are deeply golden and caramelized. If the onions begin to stick, add a tablespoon of water.
Step 8
8. Stir in the balsamic vinegar during the last 2 minutes of cooking and cook until the liquid evaporates. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Step 9
9. Spoon the caramelized onions into the center of each baked pastry square, spreading them evenly within the borders.
Step 10
10. Top each tart with crumbled goat cheese and fresh thyme leaves.
Step 11
11. Return the tarts to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese is slightly softened and the pastry is golden brown.
Step 12
12. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
You Must Know
- ✓For the best caramelization, be patient and don't rush the onion cooking process. Low and slow heat develops the deepest flavor and color.
- ✓Keep the puff pastry cold while working with it. If it becomes too warm, refrigerate for 10 minutes before baking to ensure maximum flakiness.
- ✓Use a mix of yellow and red onions for a more complex flavor profile and beautiful color variation.
Chef's Notes
For the best caramelization, be patient and don't rush the onion cooking process. Low and slow heat develops the deepest flavor and color.
Keep the puff pastry cold while working with it. If it becomes too warm, refrigerate for 10 minutes before baking to ensure maximum flakiness.
Use a mix of yellow and red onions for a more complex flavor profile and beautiful color variation.
Serving Suggestions
These tarts are perfect as an elegant appetizer for dinner parties or holiday gatherings. Serve them warm alongside a crisp green salad dressed with lemon vinaigrette for a light lunch. They also pair beautifully with a glass of crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or a dry rosé.
Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
285
Calories
7g
Protein
20g
Carbs
20g
Fat
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Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts
Discover how to make Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.
Ingredients (11)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the pastry into 6 equal squares. Transfer the squares to the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch between each tart.
- Using a paring knife, score a 1/2-inch border around the edge of each pastry square, being careful not to cut all the way through. This will create a raised edge when baked.
- Brush the edges of each pastry square with the beaten egg wash. Prick the center of each square several times with a fork to prevent excessive puffing.
- Bake the pastry squares for 12-15 minutes until they're puffed and lightly golden. Remove from oven and gently press down the centers with the back of a spoon, leaving the borders raised.
- While the pastry bakes, prepare the caramelized onions. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Add the sugar, salt, and pepper to the onions. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes until the onions are deeply golden and caramelized. If the onions begin to stick, add a tablespoon of water.
- Stir in the balsamic vinegar during the last 2 minutes of cooking and cook until the liquid evaporates. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Spoon the caramelized onions into the center of each baked pastry square, spreading them evenly within the borders.
- Top each tart with crumbled goat cheese and fresh thyme leaves.
- Return the tarts to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese is slightly softened and the pastry is golden brown.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
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