RUSTIC SQUASH TARTS

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This recipe is hiding a big surprise. Flaky, rustic-looking pastry shells hold a sweet and spicy pecan layer under the squash slices. -Ann Marie Moch, Kintyre, ND

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 tarts (8 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1/8-inch slices
1 medium acorn squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1/8-inch slices
2 tablespoons water
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup ground pecans
6 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine squash and water. Cover and microwave on high for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain; return to bowl. In a small bowl, combine oil, thyme, parsley, salt and pepper; drizzle onto squash and toss to coat. In another small bowl, combine the flour, pecans, sugar, nutmeg and cinnamon; set aside., Unfold pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Roll each pastry to 1/8-in. thickness; transfer each to an ungreased baking sheet. Sprinkle with pecan mixture. Arrange squash slices to within 1-1/2 in. of edges, alternating slices of butternut and acorn squash. , Fold up edges of pastry over filling, leaving centers uncovered. Brush pastry with egg. Dot squash with butter. Bake at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 196mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Daria Polewaczyk
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These tarts were a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. The crust was also a bit dry. Overall, I thought they were just okay.


Kashan Iqbal
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I've made these tarts several times now and they're always a hit! Everyone loves them and asks for the recipe. Thanks for sharing!


Usman Raisani
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These tarts were delicious! I made them for a brunch party and they were a huge hit. The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the crust was flaky and golden brown. I will definitely be making them again.


Ssali Saad
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I thought these tarts were just okay. The filling was a bit bland and the crust was a bit dry. I wouldn't make them again.


subbrn
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These tarts were a great way to use up some leftover butternut squash. They were easy to make and very tasty. I will definitely be making them again.


Sohail aminzai
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I followed the recipe exactly and my tarts turned out perfectly! The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the crust was flaky and golden brown. I will definitely be making these again.


Mehar Husnain
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These tarts were a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. The crust was also a bit dry. Overall, I thought they were just okay.


CommanderRed 1991
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I've made these tarts several times now and they're always a hit! Everyone loves them and asks for the recipe. Thanks for sharing!


Gift Ncenya
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These tarts were delicious! I made them for a brunch party and they were a huge hit. The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the crust was flaky and golden brown. I will definitely be making them again.


MD Razib Gazi
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I thought these tarts were just okay. The filling was a bit bland and the crust was a bit dry. I wouldn't make them again.


MD RIFAT KAZI
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These tarts were a great way to use up some leftover butternut squash. They were easy to make and very tasty. I will definitely be making them again.


Syed Khawar Abbas naqvi
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I followed the recipe exactly and my tarts turned out perfectly! The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the crust was flaky and golden brown. I will definitely be making these again.


Henry Roi
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These tarts were a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. The crust was also a bit dry. Overall, I thought they were just okay.


Nneoma Ude
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I've made these tarts several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. The roasted butternut squash gives them such a rich and flavorful filling. I also love that they're relatively easy to make.


Malak Ibrar
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I made these tarts for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe. Thanks for sharing!


Vimbai Sibusisiwe
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These tarts were absolutely delicious! The butternut squash filling was creamy and flavorful, and the crust was perfectly flaky. I will definitely be making these again and again.


Shanto Vau
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy these tarts were to make. The recipe was clear and concise, and I had no trouble following it. The end result was delicious and looked just like the pictures!


Gina Spivey
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These rustic squash tarts were a hit at my dinner party! The flaky crust paired perfectly with the sweet and savory filling. I added a bit of extra cheese to the top, and it was the perfect touch. Will definitely be making these again!