Indulge in a delightful symphony of textures and flavors with our enticing crostata recipes. These Italian classics combine the rustic charm of homemade pastry with the vibrant colors and tangy sweetness of seasonal fruits. Discover the Cranberry Walnut Crostata, a delightful fusion of nutty walnuts and tart cranberries, encased in a buttery, flaky crust. Embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through the steps of crafting this delectable treat. Explore variations such as the Plum Crostata, where juicy plums take center stage, and the Apricot Crostata, a celebration of summer's bounty. Learn the art of creating these culinary masterpieces, perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to festive celebrations.
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CROSTATA DI NOCI E MIRTILLI ROSSI: CRANBERRY WALNUT TART
This recipe comes from the 1998 Recipes of the Five Brothers: Volume I cookbook by Lipton. My mother made this once, and it was delicious. It is, however, very tart - so add more sugar to the cranberry filling if tart is not your thing. The recipe is for both the dough and the filling, and prep time includes 1 hour chill time.
Provided by SeaChelle
Categories Tarts
Time 1h25m
Yield 1 tart, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a food processor, combine flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, and salt. Pulse briefly to combine.
- Add chilled butter and lemon rind, pulse 10-12 times or until butter mixture resembles coarse oatmeal.
- With food processor running, add ice water all at once.
- Process for about 10 seconds until a ball of dough forms.
- Turn dough onto a sheet of plastic wrap. Flatten to form a 1-inch circle. Wrap dough tightly and refrigerate at least one hour.
- Roll dough into an 11-inch circle on a lightly floured surface. Place dough on a baking sheet.
- In a large bowl, thoroughly combine cranberries, walnuts, 3 tablespoons of sugar, and brown sugar.
- Spoon cranberry mixture over crust, leaving about a 1-inch border around the outside edge. Fold dough over cranberries, pinching as necessary to keep it in place.
- Bake 15-18 minutes, or until crust is golden and berries are juicy.
- Cool on a rack about 10 minutes. Dust with sifted confectioners sugar.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.5, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 20.4, Sodium 100.9, Carbohydrate 34.8, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 16.3, Protein 2.4
CRANBERRY-WALNUT CROSTATA
Provided by Food Network
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
- To make the dough combine flour, butter, sugar and salt in a food processor and pulse until the mixture resembles a coarse meal. With the machine running, slowly add ice water just until dough forms. Cover and chill for 30 minutes.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough into an 11-inch round. Transfer the dough to a baking sheet.
- In a bowl combine cranberries, walnuts, sugar and dark brown sugar and toss together. Place cranberry mixture in the tart shell, leaving a 1 1/2-inch border around the outside edge. Raise the borders of dough to enclose the sides of the tart, draping it over the fruit. Gently press the edge of the folded dough onto the baking sheet, being careful not to mash the fruit. Pinch the pleats that form from the draping.
- Bake the tart for 15 to 18 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the berries are juicy. Cool the crostata on a rack for 10 minutes and dust with confectioner's sugar.
CROSTATA DE NOCI E MIRTILLI ROSSI (CRANBERRY WALNU
A free form cranberry tart, easy to make, delicious to eat. Source unknown
Provided by Lynnda Cloutier @eatygourmet
Categories Fruit Desserts
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- IN food processor, mix flour, sugar and salt. Pulse briefly to mix. Add chilled butter and lemon rind, pulse 10 to 12 times or til butter mixture resembles coarse oatmeal. With food processor running, add ice water all at once. Process for about 10 second until a ball of dough forms. Turn dough onto a sheet of plastic wrap. Flatten to form a 7 inch circle. Wrap dough tightly and refrigerate at least 1 hour
- Roll dough into an 11 inch circle on lightly floured surface. Put dough on baking sheet. In large bowl, thoroughly mix cranberries, walnuts, sugar and brown sugar. Spoon cranberry mixture over crust leaving about 1 1 inch border around the outside edge. Fold dough over cranberries, pinching as needed to keep it in place. Bake 15 to 18 minutes or til crust is golden and berries are juicy. Cool on rack abut 10 minutes. Dust with sifted powdered sugar. Serves warm. serves 6 to 8
CRANBERRY SAUCE WITH WALNUTS
Traditional cranberry sauce is nice, but this jazzed-up version is several steps above. It travels well, and all the women in my family serve it. The apricot preserves, lemon and toasted walnuts make it different. -Dee Buckley, Salado, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 40m
Yield 3-1/2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring sugar and water to a boil. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Stir in the cranberries. Cook until berries pop, about 15 minutes. , Remove from the heat. Stir in preserves and lemon juice. Transfer to a bowl. Serve warm, at room temperature or chilled. Stir in walnuts just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 5mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips:
- For a creamier filling, use mascarpone cheese instead of ricotta.
- If you don't have a tart pan, you can use a 9-inch pie plate.
- To make the crostata ahead of time, bake it and let it cool completely. Then, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- When you're ready to serve, let the crostata come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before slicing.
- Serve the crostata with fresh berries, whipped cream, or ice cream.
Conclusion:
This crostata is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of walnuts, cranberries, and ricotta cheese is a classic flavor combination that is sure to please everyone. With its beautiful presentation and delicious taste, this crostata is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.
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