POTATO TART WITH GOAT CHEESE AND THYME
Store-bought puff pastry is the true workhorse in this elegant recipe, which involves three basic components: puff pastry, cheese and potatoes. When cooking with limited ingredients, quality is key, so use puff pastry made with real butter if you can get it - the flavor is better and the puff is, simply put, puffier. The dough is formed by a process called "lamination" in which alternating layers of butter and dough are folded together. As it bakes, the butter creates steam between the layers, providing the puff. Be sure to use the tines of a fork to "dock" the dough before baking; this creates little chutes for steam to escape instead of getting trapped and forming unsightly bubbles. Master the puff pastry part and this tart is easy and versatile: Play around with various spices and top with any fresh herbs you have on hand.
Provided by Sue Li
Categories dinner, easy, pies and tarts, main course
Time 1h
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425 degrees. On a lightly floured surface, roll puff pastry into a 10-by-14-inch rectangle. Place puff pastry on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Using a paring knife, lightly score a border around the perimeter of the puff pastry, about a 1/2 inch away from the edges. Using a fork, prick the pastry every few inches inside the border to prevent puffing, then bake on top rack until puffy and lightly golden, about 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- Meanwhile, fit a large pot with a steamer basket. Add enough water to come just below the steamer basket and bring to a boil. Add the potatoes, reduce the heat to a simmer, cover and steam until potatoes can be pierced with the tip of a knife, but are still firm, about 20 minutes. Transfer steamer basket to a large bowl and allow to cool until you can handle the potatoes. Slice potatoes crosswise 1/4-inch thick and season with salt and pepper.
- While potatoes cook, blend ricotta, goat cheese, paprika and 1 teaspoon salt in a food processor until smooth. Working within the border, spread the cheese mixture evenly on the puff pastry. Arrange the potato slices in a single layer on top of cheese mixture and brush the potatoes with the melted butter.
- Transfer to the oven and bake until the edges of the cheese are slightly golden, about 20 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 419, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 353 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
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Burhan Muhidin
[email protected]I've made this tart several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have in your back pocket for when you need a quick and easy meal.
Elizabeth Layman (Little bit)
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a brunch or lunch party. It's easy to make ahead of time and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Pappu Raja
[email protected]I'm not a fan of goat cheese, so I substituted feta cheese in this recipe. It turned out great!
Larry Platt
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover potatoes. I had a bunch of mashed potatoes in the fridge and this was the perfect way to use them.
M AYAZ (Goraya)
[email protected]I thought the tart was a bit bland. I added some extra spices and herbs to give it more flavor.
Joy Boboye
[email protected]This tart was a labor of love, but it was worth it. The end result was a stunning and delicious dish.
Waseem Plm
[email protected]Solid recipe, good flavor, would make again.
Negussie Kebede
[email protected]Overall, this was a great recipe. The tart was delicious and the presentation was beautiful. I would definitely recommend it to others.
Wyatt Mann
[email protected]The recipe was missing some key instructions. I had to do some research online to figure out how to properly make the crust.
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[email protected]The tart was a bit too salty for my taste, but other than that it was delicious. I'll try using less salt next time.
Rd Antor
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and looked very elegant. I'm not a great cook, but I was able to pull it off without any problems.
Idrissa Bangura
[email protected]I was skeptical about the combination of goat cheese and potatoes, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors complemented each other perfectly.
aliyan atif
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it.
Md Ruhul amin Islam
[email protected]Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect! The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful. Will definitely be making this again.
BadBoiiLeo
[email protected]This potato tart was a showstopper at my dinner party. The combination of goat cheese, thyme, and potatoes was divine, and the presentation was stunning.