Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors with our tantalizing Salmon, Goat Cheese, and Leek Tart recipe. This dish is a perfect blend of flaky puff pastry, succulent salmon, creamy goat cheese, and aromatic leeks. The vibrant colors and textures of these ingredients create a visually stunning masterpiece that will impress your dinner guests. But don't let its beauty fool you - this tart is a flavor powerhouse, with each bite offering a harmonious balance of richness, tanginess, and freshness. Accompanying this delectable tart are three equally enticing recipes: a classic Béchamel Sauce for a luscious, velvety touch; a vibrant Lemon-Dill Butter Sauce for a burst of citrusy brightness; and a crunchy Panko Crust for an irresistible golden-brown finish. With such an array of flavors and textures to explore, this Salmon, Goat Cheese, and Leek Tart is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.
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SMOKED SALMON, ARUGULA AND GOAT CHEESE TART
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Time 2h5m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Liberally butter a 9-inch tart pan with a removable base.
- For the crust: In a food processor, combine the flours, parsley, thyme and 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Pulse to combine. Add the butter and pulse until the mixture forms a coarse meal. With the motor running, gradually add the ice water and process until the mixture forms a ball. Form the dough into a disc and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 20 minutes.
- On a lightly floured work surface, roll out the dough into a 10-inch round. Place the dough in the prepared pan and trim any excess dough from the top of the pan. Using a fork, prick the dough all over and bake for 12 minutes. Let the crust cool for 15 minutes.
- For the filling: In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the leeks and cook, stirring frequently, until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the arugula and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Spoon the leek mixture over the crust. Sprinkle the goat cheese and smoked salmon on top.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper until frothy. Pour the egg mixture over the filling. Place the tart pan on a baking sheet and bake until the filling has set and the cheese begins to brown, 35 to 40 minutes. Cool for 30 minutes, then remove the sides and base of the tart pan.
- Cut the tart into wedges. Serve warm or chilled.
LEEK, MUSHROOM AND GOAT CHEESE TART
This savory tart is built upon a layer of store-bought puff pastry and topped with goat cheese, fennel, mushrooms and leeks. It makes an impressive (and easy) party appetizer or weeknight dinner for two.
Provided by Celia Barbour
Categories appetizer
Time 1h
Yield 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. Trim fennel of green top and root end, reserving fronds, and quarter bulb from top to bottom. Using a mandoline or very sharp knife, cut fennel and leeks into paper-thin slices. Clean and slice mushrooms.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat; add fennel and leeks and sauté until just tender but not brown, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and set aside. Heat remaining teaspoon of oil in skillet over medium-high heat; add mushrooms and sauté until they release all their liquid and most of it boils away, about 5 minutes. Combine fennel mixture with mushrooms and sauté together briefly; season with salt and pepper. Remove pan from heat.
- Unfold puff pastry onto lightly floured surface; cut in half lengthwise to form two long rectangles. Gently roll out each rectangle to approximately 5 by 14 inches and place on cookie sheet (or cut into two circles, if desired). Trim edges by 1/4 inch strips all around; set strips aside. Break one egg into a small bowl; beat slightly. Brush edges of pastry with some egg. Use trimmed strips to make a raised border on each. (Or, fold pastry edges over to form a rim.) Brush entire surface with remaining beaten egg. Prick interior of pastry all over with a fork. Bake until pale gold, about 10 minutes. If pastry has puffed up inside edge, press it down gently. Set aside.
- Meanwhile, combine remaining eggs with 6 ounces goat cheese and blend until smooth. Spread onto pastry. Return to oven and bake just until set, about 4 minutes. Remove from oven and spread with mushroom-leek mixture. Crumble remaining cheese on top. Just before serving, broil tarts on low heat for 2 to 3 minutes, until tarts are warm and cheese softens. Garnish with fennel fronds.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 283, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 307 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
GOAT-CHEESE LEEK TART
This tart showcases the thyme flavoring of the goat cheese filling.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees, with rack on lowest shelf. In a medium bowl, toss leeks with oil, and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together goat cheese, cream cheese, milk, 2 egg yolks, and thyme. Lightly season with salt and pepper. In a small bowl, beat remaining egg yolk with 1 tablespoon water, for egg wash.
- Place pie crust on a rimmed baking sheet. Spread goat-cheese mixture on crust, leaving a 2-inch border. Top with leeks. Fold edge of dough over filling, pinching folds together to seal. Brush dough with egg wash.
- Bake until crust is golden brown, about 1 hour. Let cool completely on a wire rack. Cut into wedges; serve.
SALMON, GOAT CHEESE, AND LEEK TART
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Roll out puff pastry on lightly floured surface to 12-inch square. Line 9-inch-diameter tart pan with removable bottom with pastry, cutting off excess at edge. Using fork, pierce dough all over. Freeze pastry 5 minutes. Cover pastry with aluminum foil. Fill with dried beans or pie weights. Bake pastry 15 minutes. Remove weights and foil. Bake crust until golden, about 5 minutes longer. Cool completely on rack. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover with plastic wrap. Let stand at room temperature.)
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Heat olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced leeks and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Add whipping cream and simmer until leek mixture is reduced to 1 1/4 cups, about 5 minutes. Let mixture cool.
- Using wooden spoon, beat herb cheese, goat cheese, and cream cheese in large bowl until well blended. Stir in leek mixture, then lemon juice and thyme. Season mixture to taste with salt and pepper. Stir in eggs 1 at a time, blending well after each addition.
- Spread half of filling over bottom of crust. Top with smoked salmon. Top salmon with remaining filling. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs.
- Bake tart until filling is set, about 30 minutes. Transfer to platter. Let tart cool to room temperature. Cut tart into wedges and serve.
GOAT CHEESE SALMON
This recipe for salmon is so simple and delicious, it's crazy! This is great for any weeknight dinner, yet will impress your guests, as well. Serve with oven roasted herbed potatoes or jasmine rice. Enjoy!
Provided by Ani
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Salmon Baked Salmon Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a large baking dish.
- Arrange the salmon fillets in the baking dish. Make small incisions in each fillet, and stuff with equal amounts of the herbed goat cheese. Spread equal amounts prepared Dijon mustard mayonnaise blend over each fillet. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bake salmon 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until easily flaked with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.5 calories, Carbohydrate 1.4 g, Cholesterol 67.7 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 188.8 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
GOAT CHEESE-LEEK TART
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F, with rack on lowest shelf. In a bowl, toss leeks with oil, and season with salt and pepper.
- Whisk together goat cheese, cream cheese, milk, 2 egg yolks, and thyme; season with salt and pepper. In another bowl, lightly beat remaining egg yolk with the water, for egg wash.
- Roll out dough to a 13-inch round, about 1/8 inch thick, on a lightly floured work surface. (Or unfold store-bought dough.) Place on a baking sheet. Spread goat-cheese mixture on crust, leaving a 2-inch border. Sprinkle leeks evenly on top. Fold edge of dough over filling, pinching folds together to seal. Brush dough with egg wash.
- Bake, rotating sheet halfway through, until crust is golden brown and filling is browned in spots, about 1 hour. Let cool completely on a wire rack. To serve, cut into wedges.
- Preparing Leeks
- Trim root end and dark green tops. Halve leeks lengthwise, then thinly slice crosswise into half-moons. Wash well in several changes of cold water, swishing leeks to release any grit, until water is clear. Drain, and dry on paper towels.
Tips:
- For the perfect flaky crust, use a combination of butter and cream cheese. The cream cheese will help to keep the crust moist and tender.
- To prevent the crust from becoming soggy, pre-bake it for 10-12 minutes before adding the filling.
- Use a variety of leeks for a more flavorful filling. White, yellow, and baby leeks all have slightly different flavors that will add depth to the tart.
- Don't overcook the salmon. It should be cooked through, but still slightly pink in the center.
- Use a flavorful goat cheese for the filling. A creamy, tangy goat cheese will pair perfectly with the salmon and leeks.
- Top the tart with fresh herbs, such as chives, dill, or tarragon, for a pop of color and flavor.
Conclusion:
This salmon, goat cheese, and leek tart is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The flaky crust, creamy filling, and flavorful salmon make this tart a surefire hit. Whether you're serving it for a special dinner or a casual lunch, this tart is sure to impress.
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