Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Gruyère Caramelized Onion Tarts, a delightful culinary creation that combines the rich, nutty taste of Gruyère cheese with the sweet and savory notes of caramelized onions. These individual tarts are not only visually stunning but also a treat for the taste buds.
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Each recipe includes detailed instructions, a list of ingredients, and beautiful photos to guide you through the process of creating these mouthwatering tarts. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner in the kitchen, you'll find everything you need to whip up these culinary gems. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds wanting more.
GRUYERE & CARAMELIZED ONION TARTS
Garlic and onion is a match made in heaven in my opinion, so I love creating new recipes to showcase the pair. Gruyere cheese adds impeccable flavor to the eye-catching starter. -Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 1h
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute onion in oil and butter until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, uncovered, for 40 minutes or until deep golden brown, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in salt and pepper., Unfold each puff pastry sheet onto an ungreased baking sheet. Using a knife, score decorative lines around the edges of each pastry. Spread onion mixture to within 1/2 in. of edges. Sprinkle with cheeses and thyme., Bake at 400° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Cut each tart into 12 pieces. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 125mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CARAMELIZED ONION AND APPLE TARTS WITH GRUYERE AND THYME
Steps:
- In a large fry pan over medium heat, warm the oil. Add the onions and the 1 tsp. salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden brown, about 30 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and let the filling cool to room temperature. Position 1 rack in the upper third and 1 rack in the lower third of an oven and preheat to 400°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. In the same pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the apples and sugar and stir to coat the apples. Cook, stirring, until the apples are just starting to caramelize and have softened, about 10 minutes. Transfer to the bowl with the onions and stir in the cheese, chives, thyme and the 1/8 tsp. pepper. Cut the puff pastry into 2-inch squares and place on the prepared baking sheets, spacing the squares about 1 inch apart. Brush the pastry squares with the egg mixture and place a heaping 1 Tbs. filling in the center of each square. Season with salt and pepper. Bake, rotating the baking sheets from top to bottom and front to back halfway through baking, until the pastry is crisp underneath and golden brown on top, about 25 minutes. Transfer the baking sheets to wire racks and let the tarts cool to room temperature. Serve at room temperature. Makes 32 tarts.
CARAMELIZED ONION AND GRUYERE TARTS
Steps:
- Make the tarts; heat oven to 400 degrees. Mix gruyere, cream cheese, mustard, oregano, and pepper in a small bowl and set aside. Melt butter in a large skillet, add onions and cook, stirring occasionally over medium low heat until dark brown and caramelized, about 1 hour. Stir in the thyme and set aside. With a sharp knife, cut the puff pastry dough into 8 equal sized pieces. Roll each piece out to an 8x6 rectangle. Spread about 1/4 cup of the cheese mixture on the dough, leaving a 1/2 inch border all the way around. Top with 1/4 cup of the caramelized onions and 1 T of the olives. Bake tarts on parchment lined baking pans for 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 375 degrees and bake until puffed and golden about 12 more minutes. To freeze tarts; Place uncooked tarts on parchement lined baking sheets, cover with plastic wrap and freeze until solid, about 2 hours. Wrap each frozen tart securely in freezer paper or aluminum foil and stack them in an airtight container. Store frozen for up to 2 months. To serve, bake frozen tarts at 400 degrees for 12 minutes, reduce oven temperature to 375 degrees and bake until puffed and golden about 15 more minutes
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use a combination of Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses.
- To make the caramelized onions, slice them thinly and cook them slowly over low heat until they are soft and golden brown.
- If you don't have a tart pan, you can use a 9-inch pie plate.
- To prevent the tarts from becoming soggy, pre-bake the tart shells before filling them.
- Serve the tarts warm or at room temperature.
Conclusion:
These Gruyère Caramelized Onion Tarts are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for a party or a casual get-together. The combination of Gruyère cheese, caramelized onions, and flaky puff pastry is sure to please everyone.
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