PANCETTA, LEEK, AND GOAT CHEESE TARTLETS

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Pancetta, Leek, and Goat Cheese Tartlets image

Categories     Egg     Appetizer     Bake     Oscars     Goat Cheese     Bacon     Leek     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 24

Number Of Ingredients 16

Crust
1 cup all purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 ounces chilled cream cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
Filling
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
2 cups chopped leeks (white and pale green parts only; about 3 large)
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
4 ounces thinly sliced pancetta,* chopped
2/3 cup half and half
2 large egg yolks
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 ounces soft fresh goat cheese, crumbled
Fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • For crust:
  • Blend flour and salt in processor 5 seconds. Add butter and cream cheese. Using on/off turns, blend until moist clumps form. Gather dough; shape into 6-inch-long log. Wrap and chill at least 1 hour and up to 1 day.
  • Cut log into 24 1/4-inch-thick rounds. Press 1 round into each cup of 2 nonstick 12-cup mini muffin pans; freeze 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare filling:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add leeks and sauté 10 minutes; cool. Heat oil in small skillet over medium-high heat. Add pancetta; sauté until crisp, about 6 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer pancetta to paper towels. Whisk half and half and next 3 ingredients in medium bowl to blend. Mix in goat cheese, then leeks and pancetta.
  • Spoon filling into shells. Bake until filling is set and crust edges are golden, about 30 minutes. Cool in pans 5 minutes. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool, cover, and chill in pans. Rewarm uncovered in 350°F oven 12 minutes.)
  • Using small knife, cut around tartlets to loosen. Turn out tartlets and arrange on platter; top each with parsley leaf.
  • *Pancetta (bacon cured in salt) is available at Italian markets and specialty foods stores

Tim Quilizapa
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These tartlets are too expensive to make. I'll pass.


Amire Carter
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I'm allergic to goat cheese. Can I substitute another type of cheese?


Terry Smith
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These tartlets look complicated to make. I don't think I'll try them.


Md Sahajan
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I'm not sure about the combination of pancetta, leeks, and goat cheese. But I'm willing to give it a try.


Mian Mubashir
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These tartlets sound delicious. I can't wait to try them.


C Wdnr
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I'm going to make these tartlets for my next party. I know they'll be a hit!


jamie barton
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These tartlets are the perfect size for an appetizer or a light lunch.


Andre Porter
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I love the way the flavors of the pancetta, leeks, and goat cheese come together in these tartlets.


Lukas Zilvinskas
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These tartlets are the perfect way to use up leftover pancetta and leeks.


Md Hanif Sheikh
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I've made these tartlets several times and they're always a hit. They're so delicious and easy to make.


Murat Bey
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These tartlets are perfect for a party or potluck. They're easy to make ahead of time and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Derejie Girma
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I made these tartlets for my family and they loved them! Even my picky kids ate them up.


Ndivhudzannyi Muligwa
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I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make these tartlets without any problems. The recipe is very easy to follow.


Mary Godwin
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These tartlets were a little more work than I expected, but they were definitely worth it. They're so delicious!


Michelle Lucille Graham
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I love the combination of flavors in these tartlets. The pancetta adds a nice salty flavor, the leeks add a subtle sweetness, and the goat cheese adds a creamy richness.


Perla Grimalauskaite
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These tartlets are the perfect appetizer for any occasion. They're elegant and delicious, and they're sure to impress your guests.


Carly-jade Howard
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I'm not a big fan of goat cheese, but I loved these tartlets! The pancetta and leeks balanced out the goat cheese flavor perfectly.


Brendan Gordon
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The tartlets were easy to make and turned out beautifully. The flavors were perfectly balanced and the crust was amazing.


JORGE MELTON
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I made these tartlets for a brunch party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Cameron Pittman
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These tartlets were a hit at my party! The combination of pancetta, leeks, and goat cheese was divine. The crust was flaky and buttery, and the filling was rich and flavorful.